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AZAL Airlines provides a free transit hotel for passengers with layovers between 8 and 24 hours. Economy class receives 4-star accommodation, business class receives 5-star. Passengers must request this via email to callcenter.az at least 3 days prior to departure, providing booking details.

When planning flights with layovers, especially for first-time travelers with checked baggage and a need for re-registration, consider the following: 1. Layover Duration: A 50-minute layover is highly risky and generally insufficient for baggage re-registration. Opt for longer layovers (e.g., 2 hours or more). 2. Unified Ticket: Always purchase a "unified ticket" (one booking, often with the same airline or partner airlines) which typically means baggage is checked through to the final destination, eliminating the need for re-registration at the transit airport. 3. Online vs. Office Purchase: Buying tickets online is usually cheaper than through an office. 4. Boarding Proof: At the airport, a passport is sufficient for check-in. For online registered flights, a QR code on a smartphone serves as a boarding pass. 5. Airline Choice: Some airlines (e.g., AZAL via Baku) offer in-flight meals and drinks, enhancing comfort during transit compared to others (e.g., FlyOne via Yerevan). Flying via Baku (AZAL) is generally considered more reliable and comfortable than Yerevan (FlyOne) for this route, especially if flight delays from Chisinau are a concern, though often pricier.

When flying with a single ticket (e.g., via Baku), the airline is responsible for rebooking passengers in case of delays or missed connections. If the delay is significant, passengers may be offered hotel accommodation or rebooked onto other airlines (e.g., Turkish Airlines). It is advisable to monitor flight status and contact the airline immediately if a delay is confirmed to seek proactive rebooking options.

When traveling with an infant from Chisinau to Moscow with a layover in Baku on a single ticket, re-registration in Baku is not required. Strollers can typically be checked as baggage (collected at the final destination) or gate-checked (collected at the aircraft exit, though some airports may send them to the baggage carousel).