The Absheron Main Grandstand is where most of the action happens. Located along the Neftchilar Avenue straight, overlooking the start-finish point and the first corner, the Absheron A through Asheron E offer the best and most expensive seats at the circuit ranging from east to west of the grandstand. Watch the best moments of the race and the podium celebrations after the race, from a comfortable, shaded seating area at the Main Grandstand.
Book Azerbaijan Grand Prix Tickets 2023 | Apr 28-30
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Azerbaijan F1 GP 3-Day Pass: Apr 28 to 30, 2023.
- Get access to all adrenaline-filled days of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Apr 28, 29, and 30, 2023.
- With guaranteed seats next to each other, witness all the action on the tracks from the Absheron (Main) Grandstand as the drivers overtake each other from the clearest vantage point.
- Experience free practice sessions along with the qualifying sessions and the fired-up race day.
- At this Baku circuit, watch drivers display their unique skills as the tracks have a very narrow section (turns 8 through 12) next to the old city walls.
- Don't miss out on the sprint race, a new format featuring a shorter version of the traditional Grand Prix race where the starting grid for the final race will be determined on the sprint results.
Inclusions
- 3-day access pass for Apr 28, 29 and 30
- Access to practice sessions (Fri & Sat)
- Access to the qualifying session (Friday)
- Access during Race Day (Sunday)
- TV view of all the race action
Day 1: Apr 28, 2023
- Practice Session 1: 1:30pm to 2:30pm
- Qualifying Race: 5pm to 6pm
Day 2: Apr 29, 2023
- Practice Session 2: 1:30pm to 2:30pm
- Sprint: 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Day 3: Apr 30, 2023
- Race Day: 3pm onwards
Note: All timings mentioned are according to track time.
- Tip: Since the sound on the track is louder than at an average music festival, use earplugs for a high degree of protection.
- Tip: It's recommended that you bring a towel or something to cover your seat since the grandstand seats are black and can get very hot in the sun, even though covered.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Azerbaijan F1 GP 1-Day Pass (Raceday): Apr 30, 2023
- Get access to the exciting final race day of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Apr 30, 2023.
- With guaranteed seats next to each other, witness the action that takes place on the race day from the Absheron (Main) Grandstand as drivers overtake each other for the pole position.
- At this Baku circuit, watch drivers display their unique skills as the tracks have a very narrow section (turns 8 through 12) next to the old city walls.
- Don't miss out on the drivers competing for the coveted 1st position against one another on the most anticipated day of all, Race Day.
Inclusions
- 1-day access pass for Apr 30
- Access during Race Day (Sunday)
- TV view of all the race action
Day 3: Apr 30, 2023
- Race Day: 3pm onwards
Note: All timings mentioned are according to track time.
- Tip: Since the sound on the track is louder than at an average music festival, use earplugs for a high degree of protection.
- Tip: Bring a towel or something to cover your seat since the grandstand seats are black and can get very hot in the sun, even though covered.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
About Baku City Circuit
Baku City Circuit
- No. of Laps: 51
- No. of Corners: 20
- Circuit Length: 6.003 km
- Race Distance: 306.049 km
The Baku City Circuit has been hosting the Azerbaijan Grand Prix since 2017. It is the third longest track this season and the 2.2 kilometers long stretch along Neftchilar Avenue is the longest straight in Formula 1.
This street race is amongst the few that goes anti-clockwise and has the cars racing at average speeds of over 200 km/h, and a top speed of more than 350 km/h. Book your Azerbaijan GP 2023 tickets now to experience the thrilling and exciting racing event.
Azerbaijan GP Seating Plan
Absheron Main Grandstand
Azerbaijan GP 2023 Schedule
All timings mentioned are according to track time.
Day 1 - Friday
28th April
FP1 & Qualifying
Free Practice 1
- 13:30 - 14:30
Qualifying
- 17:00 - 18:00
Day 2 - Saturday
29th April
FP2 & Sprint
Free Practice 2
- 13:30 - 14:30
Sprint
- 17:30 - 18:30
Day 3 - Sunday
30th April
- Be sure to catch the drivers’ presentation, opening ceremony, podium celebrations, and post-race concert!
Race Day
- 15:00 onwards
Your Azerbaijan GP 2023 Tickets Explained
3-Day Pass
What to Expect:
- The whole experience of the Azerbaijan GP Weekend, Fri - Sun
Why Buy a 3-Day Azerbaijan GP Pass?
- A 3-Day pass allows you to experience everything the race weekend has to offer
- A 3-Day Pass gives you a reserved seat in the grandstand of your choice
- Witness Friday’s practice sessions, qualifying, sprint and Sunday’s big race, while attending all the exciting on-track and off-track events happening throughout the weekend
Things to do at Azerbaijan GP 2023
All timings mentioned are according to track time.
Day 1 - Friday
Day 2 - Saturday
Day 3 - Sunday
FP1 & Qualifying
28th April
FP1
13:30 - 14:30
- Free Practice 1 will be the first time the drivers get their cars onto the Baku City Circuit track. The drivers and teams take this 60-minute practice session to study the track and prep for the Qualifying and final race.
Qualifying
17:00 - 18:00
- The Qualifying consists of three knockout phases and decides the starting positions of the cars on the grid on race day.
FP2 & Qualifying
29th April
FP2
13:30 - 14:30
- Free Practice 2 is the second round of practice laps, where teams experiment with different combinations of tires, fuel loads, car settings, speeds, and racing techniques to figure out the best racing strategy for them.
Sprint
17:30 - 18:30
- A sprint race in Formula 1 is a new format for the sport introduced for the 2022 season. It is a shorter version of the traditional Grand Prix race and features a shorter distance, typically around 100 km (60 miles). The grid is determined by the results of a qualifying session held earlier in the weekend.
Race Day
30th April
15:00 onwards
- The crux of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2023 is the race on Sunday. All the strategizing, intense practice sessions, and Qualifying, build up to this one exciting 51-lap street race.
- A race that poses all the challenges of modern-day street racing - from different track textures to a number of tricky turns - the Baku City Circuit is ought to be one of the most important races this F1 season.
- Book your tickets today to get the best seats and views of Azerbaijan’s biggest motor sporting event of the year!
Plan Your Visit to Azerbaijan GP 2023
Timings
Getting There
Facilities
Visitor Tips
Rules & Regulations
Azerbaijan Essentials
Azerbaijan GP Timings
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix starts on Friday, April 28, and ends on Sunday, April 30, 2023.
- Friday:
FP1: 13:30 - 14:30
Qualifying: 17:00 - 18:00 - Saturday:
FP2: 13:30 - 14:30
Sprint: 17:30 - 18:30 - Sunday:
Main Race Event: 15:00 onwards
All timings mentioned are according to track time.
Getting to Azerbaijan GP
Address: 9VF3+577, Zarifa Aliyeva, Bakı, Azerbaijan
- By Public Bus: Buses run for almost 20 hours a day during the race weekend, taking visitors to and from certain points on the circuit, every three minutes. Buses 5, 65, and 53 take you to the closest bus stops.
Nearest Stop: Azadlig Square (250 meters from the Neftchilar Avenue entrance)
Free shuttle busses also operate to and from select points around the circuit after the concerts during the race weekend. - By Metro: You can get to the Baku City Circuit by metro along both the Red as well as Green Lines.
Nearest Station: Sahil metro station and Icherisheher metro station on the Red Line (direct access to the circuit)
28 May metro station on the Green Line (700 meters from the main entrance gate) - By Car: Since it is a street circuit, parking lots are provided at various points across the city from where you can walk to most grandstands.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
24.2 km from Baku City Circuit
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Facilities at the Baku City Circuit
- Wheelchair Accessibility: The cobblestone streets of Baku and the lack of elevators at the Baku City Circuit, make it difficult for wheelchair-bound people to visit the Baku City Circuit.
- Pedestrian Tunnels and Bridges: There are a number of tunnels and bridges across the circuit that let visitors wander around the venue and access zones across tracks.
- Food and Beverages: There are plenty of cafes, food trucks, and bars at all fan zones and entertainment areas across the Baku City Circuit.
- Merchandise: Official Formula 1 merchandise is available at five separate venues across different fan zones at the Baku City Circuit.
- Other Facilities: Restrooms and first-aid rooms are available at the ends of most grandstands.
- There is a lot to see around and experience at the circuit before and after the races. So do plan to get there early.
- Most of the off-track activities happen around the grandstands located on the southern side of the circuit, closer to the waterfront boulevard.
- Don’t worry about missing out on any action as all grandstands are equipped with large-screen TVs.
- Remember to wear a cap or a hat and a pair of sunglasses as most grandstands are uncovered.
- The Absheron Grandstand is the only shaded grandstand on the Baku City Circuit.
- Grandstand seats are black and can get very hot in the sun. So, you are advised to bring along a towel to cover your seat.
- You are also advised to carry along a set of earplugs as F1 races can get really loud.
- Animals are prohibited: Animals, except for service animals, are not allowed into the circuit.
- Other prohibited items: Alcohol, food, and drinks (except for baby food and a bottle of water), fireworks & laser lights, musical instruments & sound devices, umbrella, picnic baskets, chairs, stools, and other portable seats, any large articles which cannot be placed under a seat, drones, bicycles, scooters (except for kids’ scooters), flags with handles exceeding 1m or with offensive texts/symbols/images, picnic hampers, toxic and flammable substances, drugs without prescription, hazardous items, and weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited into the Entertainment Area of the circuit.
- Photography and filming: Personal photography and filming are allowed inside the entertainment areas. However, professional video recording devices and photo cameras with lenses exceeding 30 cm are prohibited at the Baku City Circuit.
- Visa: Citizens of most countries are required to obtain an e-visa in advance of traveling to Azerbaijan. The visa is typically issued within 3 working days.
- Time Zone: UTC/GMT +4
- Currency: Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)
- Socket: Plug types C and F
- Language: Azerbaijani, Turkish, English, and Russian.
- Weather: It is the end of spring in Azerbaijan in April with average temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 15 °C. Moderate humidity, winds, and light showers are expected around the F1 race days; so dress accordingly.
Azerbaijan GP 2022 Results
Position
Driver
Team
Time
1
Max Verstappen
Red Bull Racing Rbpt
1:34:05.941
2
Sergio Perez
Red Bull Racing Rbpt
+20.823s
3
George Russell
Mercedes
+45.995s
4
Lewis Hamilton
Mercedes
+71.679s
5
Pierre Gasly
Alphatauri Rbpt
+77.299s
6
Sebastian Vettel
Aston Martin Aramco Mercedes
+84.099s
7
Fernando Alonso
Alpine Renault
+88.596s
8
Daniel Ricciardo
Mclaren Mercedes
+92.207s
9
Lando Norris
Mclaren Mercedes
+92.556s
10
Esteban Ocon
Alpine Renault
+108.184s
Frequently Asked Questions About Azerbaijan GP 2023
How much do Azerbaijan GP tickets cost?
Azerbaijan GP 3-day tickets cost between US$248.24 and $798 depending on which grandstand you choose.
Which are the best seats to watch the Azerbaijan GP?
The Absheron Main Grandstand overlooking the longest straight, the start-finish point, and the first corner are the best seats to watch the Azerbaijan GP. The Azneft, Icheri Sheher, and Bulvar grandstands also offer some great seats to watch the race.
Are there any discounts on Azerbaijan GP tickets?
Children aged 2 - 16 years enjoy a 30% discount on Azerbaijan GP tickets.
Which is the cheapest ticket to watch the Azerbaijan GP?
The Filarmonia Grandstand ticket priced at $231 is the cheapest 3-day ticket to watch the Azerbaijan GP. However, a General Admission ticket on Azerbaijan GP race day is available at $126.
When is the Azerbaijan GP?
The Azerbaijan GP 2023 will take place from April 28 - 30, 2023.
Where is the Azerbaijan GP being held?
The Azerbaijan GP 2023 will be held at the Baku City Circuit in the capital city of Baku.
What time does the Azerbaijan GP start?
The Azerbaijan GP is set to start at noon on Sunday, the 30th of April, 2023.
What are my food & drink options at Azerbaijan GP?
There are plenty of cafes, food trucks, and bars at all fan zones and entertainment areas across the Baku City Circuit during the Azerbaijan GP. Alcohol, however, is strictly prohibited to be taken into the entertainment Areas of the circuit.
Which is the next F1 race after the Azerbaijan GP?
The Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix is the next F1 race after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in this year’s F1 racing calendar.
Who was the winner of the Azerbaijan GP last year?
Max Verstappen of the Redbull Racing Rbpt was the winner of last year’s Azerbaijan GP.
What are the best things to do in Azerbaijan?
Apart from watching the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, there are plenty of things to do in the country such as admiring the marvels of classic and modern architecture, witnessing the mud volcanoes, touring the mountain villages, exploring the Walled City of Baku, tasting the different types of local teas, and shopping for their traditional carpets.
How's the weather in Azerbaijan during the Formula 1 GP?
It is the end of spring in Azerbaijan in April with average temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 15 °C. The weather is moderately humid and windy, with slight drizzles expected around the Formula 1 GP.