Der Hamad International Airport ist der einzige internationale Flughafen Katars und einer der modernsten Flughäfen der Welt. Er ersetzte 2014 den ehemaligen Doha International Airport und liegt etwa 15 Kilometer östlich des Stadtzentrums von Doha auf zurückgewonnenem Land. DOH fertigt über 46 Millionen Passagiere jährlich ab und ist als Fünf-Sterne-Flughafen von Skytrax bewertet. Der Flughafen ist das Hauptdrehkreuz von Qatar Airways, einer der weltweit am besten bewerteten Fluggesellschaften. Die Terminalarchitektur, entworfen von HOK, zeichnet sich durch geschwungene Formen aus, die an Meereswellen erinnern. Das Innere des Terminals beherbergt die markante Skulptur Lamp Bear des Schweizer Künstlers Urs Fischer. DOH verfügt über zwei parallele Start- und Landebahnen und profitiert von Katars strategischer Lage zwischen Europa, Afrika und Asien.

Aviation Terms

Flugplatzbeleuchtung (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Flughafenkategorie (Airport Category) Flughafenhöhe (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Flughafenfeuerwache (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Flughafenlounge (Airport Lounge) Flughafen-Referenzpunkt (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Schürze (Apron) Automatisierte Passkontrolle (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Hamad International Airport to downtown Doha?

The Doha Metro Red Line connects the airport directly to central Doha, with rides to Msheireb station (city center interchange) taking about 20 minutes. A single fare costs QAR 2 for standard class or QAR 10 for gold class. Taxis are available outside the arrivals hall with metered fares starting at QAR 10, costing approximately QAR 40-60 to the Corniche area.

What makes Hamad International Airport special?

Hamad International Airport consistently ranks among the top airports in the world, winning Skytrax World Best Airport multiple times. The terminal features a giant bronze teddy bear sculpture called Lamp Bear by artist Urs Fischer. The airport covers 29 square kilometers and includes indoor gardens, a swimming pool, a gym, and a squash court accessible to all passengers.

Which airlines have a hub at Hamad International Airport?

Qatar Airways operates its global hub from Hamad International Airport, flying to over 170 destinations across six continents. Qatar Airways is a member of the Oneworld alliance and is known for its award-winning business class product, Qsuite. The airline accounts for the vast majority of flights at DOH.

Is Hamad International Airport good for transit passengers?

DOH is designed as a world-class transit hub with a minimum connection time of just 45 minutes for international transfers. Qatar Airways offers complimentary transit hotel stays for passengers with layovers exceeding 8 hours on certain fare classes. The airport operates 24 hours and has extensive duty-free shopping, restaurants, and the Al Mourjan Business Lounge.

What lounges are available at Hamad Airport?

The Al Mourjan Business Lounge is Qatar Airways flagship lounge, spanning over 10,000 square meters with a restaurant, spa, quiet rooms, and shower suites. A second Al Mourjan lounge called The Garden opened with an outdoor terrace. Economy passengers can purchase access to the Oryx Lounge, or use Priority Pass at the Plaza Premium Lounge.