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    Hamad International Airport
    IATA Code: DOH

    Doha Hamad International Airport

    Hamad International Airport Is Qatar’s Main International Gateway, about 8 km East of Central Doha. Its Single Terminal Holds Five Concourses, A to E, and the Doha Metro Reaches It Directly

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    Airport Data Sheet
    DOH
    IATA / ICAODOH / OTHH
    ServesDoha, Qatar
    Coordinates25.2731° N, 51.6081° E
    Elevation13 ft
    Number of Terminals1 Terminal, 5 Concourses
    Airport Opening HoursOpen 24/7
    Recommended Arrival TimeAbout 3 Hours Before
    Official Websitedohahamadairport.com
    // Airport Data

    Doha Hamad International Airport at a Glance

    The Terminal Spans 845,000 m² and Works as a Single Building — Arrivals, Transfers and Departures All Happen inside It. Concourses A and B Sit Off the South Plaza, C, D and E Off the North Plaza, Linked by a Passenger Train and a Shuttle Buggy. The Longest Published Transfer Walk Is about 11 Minutes

    IATA DOH · ICAO OTHH · Elev 13 ft
    // Connectivity

    Is There Free WiFi at Doha Hamad International Airport?

    Yes. Complimentary Wireless Internet Covers the Whole Passenger Terminal — Join the #HIAQatar Network and Accept the Terms. Free Internet Kiosks and Desks Stand at Each of the Five Activity Nodes and around the Boarding Gates

    Where Can I Buy a SIM Card at Doha Hamad International Airport?

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    Airport WiFi

    Connection SpeedSlow / Unstable
    CostFree, Often Time-Limited
    Activation TimeLogin / Ads / Forms
    Documents NeededYes (eMail / ID / Login)
    CoverageOnly inside Airport
    SecurityPublic Network (Risk)
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberNo
    Can Pay in CashNot Applicable
    Where You Get ItAt the Terminal, Once You Land

    Local SIM Card

    Connection SpeedFast 4G/5G Speeds
    CostCounter Price, Varies by Desk
    Activation TimeQueue and Paperwork at the Desk
    Documents NeededPassport Often Required
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberYes
    Can Pay in CashYes
    Where You Get ItA Desk or Kiosk in the Terminal

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    Connection SpeedFast, Depends on Your Plan
    CostYour Operator Rate, Can Be High
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberKeeps Your Own Number
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItAlready Active on Your Phone

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    CostFree Trial, Then from 3.99 $
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberOn Selected Plans
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItOnline, before You Leave Home
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    // Why eSIM

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    Works beyond the Airport

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    No Public WiFi Risks

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    // Setup

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    // Boarding Data

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    // FAQ

    FAQs about Internet at Doha Hamad International Airport

    Everything You Need to Know about Getting Online at Doha Hamad International Airport

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    Yes. Once Your eSIM Is Installed, Your Mobile Data Starts Working as Soon as You Land and Connect to a Local Network
    Most Travelers Are Comfortable with 1GB to 5GB for Navigation, Ride Apps, Messaging, and Light Browsing during the First Days after Arrival
    Yes. Most Dual-SIM Phones Allow You to Keep Your Regular SIM for Calls and SMS While Using eSIM for Mobile Data
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    // Terminal Guide

    First Time at Doha Hamad International Airport? Here’s What You Should Know

    Number of TerminalsF1
    1 Terminal, 5 Concourses
    One Passenger Terminal Holds Concourses A to E, with 62 Contact Gates and 128 Remote Stands between Them
    DOH · Terminal Guide · F1
    Terminal LayoutF2
    South Plaza and North Plaza
    Concourses A and B Run Off the South Plaza; C, D and E Off the North Plaza, Reached by a Passenger Train or a Walk through the ORCHARD Garden
    DOH · Terminal Guide · F2
    Transfers between TerminalsF3
    One Building, No Bus
    Arrivals, Transfers and Departures Share One Terminal. The Longest Walk the Airport Publishes, Transfers A to Gate D24, Is 905 m or 11 Minutes
    DOH · Terminal Guide · F3
    Airport Opening HoursF4
    Open 24/7
    The Terminal Runs around the Clock, with 24-Hour Medical Centres and an All-Night Bus Route. Shops and Service Desks Keep Shorter Hours
    DOH · Terminal Guide · F4
    Check-In and Security HoursF5
    Opens 3 h Ahead of Departure
    Check-In Usually Opens Three Hours before Departure and Closes 60 Minutes before Take-Off. Boarding Gates Close 20 Minutes before Departure
    DOH · Terminal Guide · F5
    Recommended Arrival TimeF6
    About 3 Hours Before
    Arriving When Check-In Opens Leaves Room for Bag Drop, Immigration and Security. Add Time at the Early-Morning and Late-Evening Peaks
    DOH · Terminal Guide · F6
    // Airport Parking

    Where Can I Park at Doha Hamad International Airport?

    See Practical Airport Parking Options, Walking Time to Terminals, Typical Price Guidance, and Booking Tips before You Drive to the Airport

    Parking Options
    9 Available
    Booking Advice
    Pre-Book Online
    Parking Ticket

    Car Park, Hourly

    Walk Time to Terminal
    Adjacent to the Departure and Arrival Curbs
    Typical Price
    QAR 15/Hour
    Location
    East and West Car Parks, on Either Side of the Passenger Terminal
    Best For
    Pick-Ups, Drop-Offs and Short Visits

    Charged by the Hour or Part of One, so Anything Longer than a Morning Is Cheaper on the Daily Rate

    DOH · CAR · Car Park, Hourly
    Parking Ticket

    Car Park, Daily

    Walk Time to Terminal
    Adjacent to the Departure and Arrival Curbs
    Typical Price
    QAR 145/Day, or Part Thereof
    Location
    East and West Car Parks, on Either Side of the Passenger Terminal
    Best For
    Stays of One to Three Days

    Booking the Same Space Online Ahead of the Trip Takes 20% Off the Published Rate

    DOH · CAR · Car Park, Daily
    Parking Ticket

    Premium Car Park, First 3 Hours

    Walk Time to Terminal
    The Shortest Walk of Any Car Park
    Typical Price
    QAR 30, Then 20, Then 10 — QAR 60 for 3 Hours
    Location
    Premium Car Park, the Closest Deck to the Terminal Entrances
    Best For
    Meeting a Flight at the Closest Deck

    Pre-Booked Access with Plate-Reading Technology. The Airport Aims It at Passengers Flying with Qatar Airways

    DOH · PR · Premium Car Park, First 3 Hours
    Parking Ticket

    Premium Car Park, Daily

    Walk Time to Terminal
    The Shortest Walk of Any Car Park
    Typical Price
    QAR 200/Day from the 4th Hour
    Location
    Premium Car Park, the Closest Deck to the Terminal Entrances
    Best For
    Longer Stays in the Closest Deck

    The Daily Rate Replaces the Hourly One from the Fourth Hour, so a Full Day Never Costs More than QAR 200

    DOH · PR · Premium Car Park, Daily
    Parking Ticket

    Long Stay, 4 to 7 Days

    Typical Price
    QAR 350 for the Whole Stay
    Location
    East and West Car Parks, Booked Online before You Drive Out
    Best For
    A Week Away

    A Reservation-Only Promotion Rather than a Walk-Up Rate. It Undercuts Seven Days at the Daily Rate by a Wide Margin

    DOH · LO · Long Stay, 4 to 7 Days
    Parking Ticket

    Long Stay, 8 to 14 Days

    Typical Price
    QAR 450 for the Whole Stay
    Location
    East and West Car Parks, Booked Online before You Drive Out
    Best For
    Two Weeks Away

    The Cheapest Way to Leave a Car at the Airport for a Fortnight, and It Has to Be Reserved in Advance

    DOH · LO · Long Stay, 8 to 14 Days
    Parking Ticket

    Weekend Long Stay, 1 to 3 Days

    Typical Price
    QAR 250 for the Whole Stay
    Location
    East and West Car Parks, Booked Online before You Drive Out
    Best For
    Thursday-to-Saturday or Friday-to-Sunday Trips

    You Pick Either Thursday to Saturday or Friday to Sunday on the Reservation Page

    DOH · WE · Weekend Long Stay, 1 to 3 Days
    Parking Ticket

    Short Stay Valet

    Walk Time to Terminal
    No Walk, Valet at the Curb
    Typical Price
    QAR 100 for 2 Hours
    Location
    Departures Curbside near Gate 1, or the Arrivals Outer Lane Opposite Gate 2
    Best For
    Leaving the Car at the Door

    A Minimum Stay of Two Hours Applies. The Car Comes Back to the Same Curb Unless You Ask for Another during Booking

    DOH · SH · Short Stay Valet
    Parking Ticket

    Premium Valet

    Walk Time to Terminal
    No Walk, Valet at the Curb
    Typical Price
    QAR 275/Day, QAR 450 for Two Days
    Location
    Departures Curbside near Gate 1, or the Arrivals Outer Lane Opposite Gate 2
    Best For
    Longer Valet Stays with Porterage

    Includes a Porter for Your Luggage on Departure and an Exterior Wash While the Car Is Parked

    DOH · PR · Premium Valet

    Every Rate Here Is the Airport’s Own Published Figure. Dedicated Electric-Vehicle Charging Stations Are on the Ground Floor of the East Car Park

    // Airport Lounges

    What Facilities Does Doha Hamad International Airport Have?

    Lounges at Doha Hamad International Airport

    Access Key — Who Gets in, Stated Once
    Paid Entry× 2

    First or Business Class on Other Airlines, a Paid Walk-In at Reception, a Booking through Al Maha, or a Card Programme Such as DragonPass or LoungeKey

    Paid Entry× 1

    A Paid Walk-In at Reception, a Booking through Al Maha, or a Card Programme Such as Visa Airport Companion or DragonPass

    oneworld× 2

    Qatar Airways Business Class on an Elite, Comfort or Classic Fare, Business Class on a oneworld Flight, or a Qatar Airways-Operated Codeshare

    oneworld× 1

    Qatar Airways or oneworld First Class, a Qatar Airways-Operated Codeshare in First, or a Platinum Member on a Full-Fare First or Business Ticket

    oneworld× 1

    Privilege Club Platinum or oneworld Emerald Members Travelling in Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld Flight, Plus One Eligible Guest

    oneworld× 1

    Privilege Club Gold or oneworld Sapphire Members Travelling in Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld Flight, Plus One Eligible Guest

    oneworld× 1

    Privilege Club Platinum or Gold and oneworld Emerald or Sapphire Members Travelling in Economy, Plus One Eligible Guest

    Airline & Status× 1

    Privilege Club Silver Members Travelling in Economy on a Qatar Airways-Operated Flight, Plus One Eligible Guest

    Al Mourjan Business Lounge - South

    Concourse A · Duty Free Plaza South, Level 1
    A La Carte DiningBuffetBarWi-FiSeatingShowers
    DOH · Pass 01 · Open 24 Hours

    The Larger of the Two Business Lounges on the South Side, with a Resort-Style Room

    Al Mourjan Business Lounge - The Garden

    Concourse C · Central Zone North Node, Level 1
    Garden SeatingDiningSpaGymMeeting RoomsShowersWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 02 · Open 24 Hours

    Built around an Indoor Garden in the Expansion, with a Game Room and Parents’ Room

    Al Safwa First Lounge

    Concourse B · Duty Free Plaza South, Level 1
    Fine DiningPrivate RoomsSpaShowersWi-FiQuiet Areas
    DOH · Pass 03 · Open 24 Hours

    The Airport’s Flagship Room, and the One with the Tightest Access Rules

    Platinum Lounge - South

    Concourse A · Duty Free Plaza South, Level 1
    A La Carte MenuBuffetShowersQuiet AreaPrayer Room
    DOH · Pass 04

    One of Three Privilege Club Lounges on the South Side, by the A Gates

    Gold Lounge - South

    Concourse A · beside Gate A1, Upper Level
    All-Day BuffetBarFamily AreaShowersWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 05

    Upstairs beside Gate A1, with a Dedicated Family Area

    Platinum and Gold Lounge - North

    Concourse C · Central Zone North Node, Level 1
    A La Carte MenuBuffetBarRunway ViewsWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 06

    The Status Lounge in the Northern Expansion, and the One with Runway Views

    Silver Lounge - South

    Concourse B · beside Gate B1, Level 1
    BuffetShowersMeeting RoomsFamily AreaQuiet AreaWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 07

    The Only Lounge Open on Silver Status, and It Takes Baggage for Safekeeping

    Al Maha Lounge - North

    Concourse C · Central Zone North Node, Level 1
    Deli DiningShowersBusiness CentreSmoking RoomWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 08 · Open 24 Hours

    The One You Can Buy into on the North Side, and the Usual Answer on an Economy Ticket

    Al Maha Lounge - South

    Duty Free Plaza South · Level 1
    Deli DiningShowersConference RoomsLuggage LockersWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 09 · Open 24 Hours

    Its Twin on the South Side, Closer to the A and B Gates

    Al Maha Arrival Lounge - After Immigration

    Landside Arrivals Hall · Ground Level
    Light RefreshmentsSeatingWi-Fi
    DOH · Pass 10

    For Arriving Passengers Rather than Departing Ones, on the Landside

    // Passenger Facilities

    Lounges, Food, ATMs and Storage

    Check Practical Terminal Services While Waiting, Arriving or Departing: Food, ATMs, Storage, Charging, Accessibility Support and More

    ATMs Are Spread across the Passenger Terminal and the Concourses. Ask at an Information Desk or Use the Airport Map If You Cannot See One
    Travelex Has Four Branches across the Passenger Terminal for Currency and Money Transfers, and Al Dar Exchange Has a Desk on Concourse C
    The Airport Publishes No Public Left-Luggage Counter. The Al Maha Lounges List Luggage Lockers among Their Facilities, Which Is the Airside Option If You Hold Access
    HIA Lost Property Runs an Airside Office on the North Node Ground Floor and a Landside One in the Arrivals Hall. Most Items Are Kept for Up to 30 Days
    More than 200 Retail and Dining Outlets Fill the Terminal, 65 of Them inside the ORCHARD Indoor Garden, Which Also Holds Two Food Courts
    Qatar Duty Free Covers about 40,000 m² with More than 70 Retail Outlets and 30 Cafes and Restaurants. Express Stores Serve Tight Connections
    Phone and Laptop Charging Stations Are Placed across the Passenger Terminal, Alongside Free Internet Kiosks and Desks with Screens and Keyboards
    Five Activity Nodes Hold Play Areas and Family Seating, and Parents’ Rooms, Baby Changing Rooms and Family Toilets Sit across Concourses A, B and C
    The Terminal Is Strictly Non-Smoking, E-Cigarettes Included. Designated Smoking Rooms with Extractors and Seating Sit on Concourses A to E
    The Terminal Is Barrier-Free, with Lifts, Ramps and an Adapted Desk in Every Check-In Row. Both Car Parks Have Reserved Bays, and Sunflower Lanyards Are Recognised

    A Complimentary Shuttle Buggy Runs about Every 15 Minutes between Concourse B and the D and E Gates, Which Is Worth Taking When a Connection Is Tight

    // Overnight Stay

    Where Can I Sleep at Doha Hamad International Airport?

    Find On-Airport and Nearby Hotel Options, How to Reach Them from Arrivals, Expected Nightly Rates, and Practical Booking Tips for Late Arrivals or Early Departures

    Hotels Nearby
    4 Available
    Inside the TerminalDOH · H1

    Oryx Airport Hotel

    How to Reach
    Airside — No Immigration and No Transfer
    Location
    South Plaza, Concourse B, beside the Lamp Bear
    Best For
    Long Transits without Leaving Airside

    100 Rooms in Six Types, Room Service and Check-In around the Clock, and Free Use of the Wellness Centre

    Inside the TerminalDOH · H2

    Oryx Garden Hotel

    How to Reach
    Airside, beside the ORCHARD Garden and the Food Court
    Location
    North Node, at the End of Concourse C
    Best For
    Rest between North Node Flights

    Another 100 Rooms, with the Wellness Centre Open to Guests at a Special Rate

    Inside the TerminalDOH · H3

    Sleepover Sleep Pods, North Node

    How to Reach
    Airside, 100 m from the C Gates Food Court
    Location
    Lower Level at the C Gates, Opposite Gates C30 and C31
    Best For
    Two-Hour Naps and a Shower

    Nap Pods, Family Cabins and Bunks, and the Only Sleepover Location with Showers and Washrooms

    Inside the TerminalDOH · H4

    Sleepover Sleep Pods, South Plaza

    How to Reach
    Airside, Two Minutes on Foot from the Lamp Bear
    Location
    Corridor between the Fendi and Loro Piana Stores
    Best For
    Short Rests near the A and B Gates

    Single, Double and Bunk Cabins. No Showers at This One — the North Node Location Has Them

    Service Desks for City Hotels Are on the Ground Level near the Short-Term Car Park, and Some of Those Hotels Run a Complimentary Shuttle to the Terminal

    // City Transfer

    How Do I Get from Doha Hamad International Airport to Doha?

    Bus & Train at Doha Hamad International Airport

    See Exact Route Options, Departure Points, Schedule Windows and Ticket Tips for Getting to the Center after Landing

    Bus Connection

    747

    Karwa Bus Route 747, Airport to Souq Waqif and Doha Port

    Departure Stop
    Bus Pavilion, to the Right of the Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    Souq Waqif and Doha Port, along the Corniche
    Schedule
    Every 20 min · Daily, 4:50 AM to 11:50 PM
    Ticket
    QAR 3 Single Fare, Set by Mowasalat

    This Is the City-Centre Route. It Runs Up Al Matar Street and along the Corniche, Calling at the National Museum of Qatar, the Museum of Islamic Art, the Emiri Diwan and the Al Ghanim Bus Station

    DOH · 747 · Karwa Bus Route 747, Airport to Souq Waqif and Doha Port
    777

    Karwa Bus Route 777, Airport to The Pearl-Qatar

    Departure Stop
    Bus Pavilion, to the Right of the Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    The Pearl-Qatar, via West Bay and Al Qassar Metro Station
    Schedule
    Every 20 min · Weekdays, 5 AM to 11 PM
    Ticket
    QAR 5 Single Fare, Set by Mowasalat

    The Route Serves the West Bay Hotels before Crossing to The Pearl-Qatar, and It Calls at Al Qassar Metro Station, so You Can Switch to the Metro Part of the Way

    DOH · 777 · Karwa Bus Route 777, Airport to The Pearl-Qatar
    L533

    Karwa Bus Route L533, Airport to Al Thumama

    Departure Stop
    Bus Pavilion, to the Right of the Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    Al Thumama, South Doha
    Schedule
    Every 15 min · 24 Hours a Day
    Ticket
    QAR 3 Single Fare, Set by Mowasalat

    The Most Frequent Airport Bus and the Only One at a Quarter-Hour Headway Right through the Night. It Serves Southern Doha Rather than the Centre

    DOH · L533 · Karwa Bus Route L533, Airport to Al Thumama
    757

    Karwa Bus Route 757, Airport to Al Mansoura

    Departure Stop
    Bus Pavilion, to the Right of the Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    Al Mansoura, Central Doha
    Schedule
    Every 30 min, Hourly 11 PM to 4 AM · 24 Hours a Day
    Ticket
    QAR 3 Single Fare, Set by Mowasalat

    Runs along Al Mansoura Street through the Older Residential Districts, Calling at Clinics, Exchange Houses and Al Meera Stores on the Way

    DOH · 757 · Karwa Bus Route 757, Airport to Al Mansoura
    737

    Karwa Bus Route 737, Airport to Karwa City Bus Station

    Departure Stop
    Bus Pavilion, to the Right of the Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    Karwa City Bus Station, Southwest Doha
    Schedule
    Every 30 min, Hourly 11 PM to 4 AM · 24 Hours a Day
    Ticket
    QAR 3 Single Fare, Set by Mowasalat

    A Long Southwestern Route through Barwa City, Asian Town and Mesaimeer. It Also Runs All Night, at the Same Reduced Overnight Headway as Route 757

    DOH · 737 · Karwa Bus Route 737, Airport to Karwa City Bus Station
    T613

    Karwa Bus Route T613, Airport to Mesaieed

    Departure Stop
    Bus Pavilion, to the Right of the Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    Mesaieed, via Al Wakrah and Hamad Port
    Schedule
    Every 30 min · Daily, 4:25 AM to 10:55 PM
    Ticket
    QAR 7 Single Fare, Set by Mowasalat

    The One Long-Distance Service from the Bus Pavilion. It Heads South to Al Wakrah, Hamad Port and Mesaieed Rather than into Doha

    DOH · T613 · Karwa Bus Route T613, Airport to Mesaieed

    Train Connection

    T1

    Doha Metro Red Line, Hamad International Airport T1

    About 16 min to Msheireb
    Departure Stop
    Hamad International Airport T1 Station, a Short Indoor Walk from the Terminal
    Arrival Stop
    Msheireb Station, Central Doha, Where All Three Lines Meet
    Schedule
    About Every 3 min
    Ticket
    QAR 2 Standard Class per Journey, Capped at QAR 6 a Day; Buy at Station Machines

    Every Airport Train Runs through to Msheireb, Where the Gold and Green Lines Connect, and No Interchange Is Needed. Opening and Last-Train Times Are Posted on Monitors in Every Station

    DOH · T1 · Doha Metro Red Line, Hamad International Airport T1
    // Ground Transport

    Taxi, Ride Apps and Car Rental

    Compare the Main Door-To-Door Options after Landing, Including Official Taxi Pickup Points, Ride-Hailing Availability and On-Airport Rental Counters

    Taxi Fare
    40-60 QAR
    Ride Apps
    Uber, Badrgo, Ryde
    Rental Companies
    10 Available

    Regular Taxi

    Official Operators
    Karwa, Operated by Mowasalat
    Pickup Point
    Taxi Pavilion, at the Left End of the Arrivals Hall
    Travel Time to Center
    About 15-25 min to Central Doha
    Payment Methods
    MasterCard, VISA, Apple Pay, Google Pay and NAPS

    Ride Apps

    Uber
    Authorised at Hamad International Airport
    PricingApp-Based Pricing
    Pickup PointMulti-Level Car Park, Out through Arrivals Gate 3 and across the Service Roads
    NotesThe One Most Arriving Visitors Already Have Installed. Request the Car Once You Reach the Pick-Up Point in the Car Park, Not from Baggage Claim
    DOH · Ride Hail · Uber
    Badrgo
    Authorised at Hamad International Airport
    PricingApp-Based Pricing
    Pickup PointMulti-Level Car Park, Out through Arrivals Gate 3 and across the Service Roads
    NotesA Qatari Operator on the Airport’s Authorised List. Check the App for Cars before You Leave the Arrivals Hall
    DOH · Ride Hail · Badrgo
    Ryde
    Authorised at Hamad International Airport
    PricingApp-Based Pricing
    Pickup PointMulti-Level Car Park, Out through Arrivals Gate 3 and across the Service Roads
    NotesAlso on the Authorised List. The Taxi Pavilion Is the Fallback If the App Shows No Cars, and It Is on the Opposite Side of the Arrivals Hall
    DOH · Ride Hail · Ryde

    Car Rental

    Europcar
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 1

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Europcar
    Avis
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 2

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Avis
    Hertz
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 3

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Hertz
    Budget Qatar
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 5

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Budget Qatar
    Al Muftah Rent a Car
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 7

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Al Muftah Rent a Car
    SIXT Rent a Car
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 9

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · SIXT Rent a Car
    Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 13

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    Q-Auto Mobility
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 19

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Q-Auto Mobility
    Gold Car
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 21

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Gold Car
    Al-Futtaim Vehicle Rentals
    Desk Location
    Arrivals Hall Car Rental Desks, Counter 22

    The Airport Lists the Counter Number but Not the Counter Hours, so Confirm Opening Times with the Brand before a Late Landing

    DOH · Rental Desk · Al-Futtaim Vehicle Rentals

    Twenty-Two Rental Brands Share a Numbered Counter Row in the Arrivals Hall, from Economy Sedans to Luxury Cars. The Counter Number Is What the Signage Uses

    // Airport FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions about Doha Hamad International Airport

    One. The Single Terminal at Doha Holds Five Concourses, A to E, with 62 Contact Gates and 128 Remote Stands
    The Doha Metro Red Line Reaches Msheireb in about 16 Minutes for QAR 2. A Karwa Taxi Takes 15 to 25 Minutes and Costs Roughly QAR 40 to 60
    Roughly QAR 40 to 60 into Central Doha. Karwa Taxis Wait at the Taxi Pavilion at the Left End of the Arrivals Hall and Take Cards and Phone Payments
    Yes. The Doha Metro Red Line Calls at Hamad International Airport T1, a Short Indoor Walk from the Terminal, with Trains about Every Three Minutes
    QAR 15 an Hour or QAR 145 a Day in the Main Car Parks, and QAR 200 a Day in the Premium Deck. Long-Stay Promotions Start at QAR 350 for Four to Seven Days
    About Three Hours. Check-In Opens Three Hours before Departure and Closes 60 Minutes before Take-Off, and Boarding Gates Close 20 Minutes before the Flight
    Two, Both Airside. Oryx Airport Hotel Is at the South Plaza by the Lamp Bear and Oryx Garden Hotel at the End of Concourse C, with 100 Rooms Each
    Yes. Complimentary Wireless Internet Covers the Whole Passenger Terminal — Join #HIAQatar and Accept the Terms. Internet Kiosks and Desks Are Free to Use as Well
    Karwa Routes 737, 747, 757, 777, L533 and T613 Leave the Bus Pavilion to the Right of the Arrivals Hall. Fares Run from QAR 3 to QAR 7
    Up to about 11 Minutes. The Airport Publishes 905 m from the Transfers A Hall to Gate D24; a Passenger Train and a Shuttle Buggy Cover the Long Legs
    // Know before You Go

    Travel Tips & Essential Information for Qatar

    Qatar is a small Gulf country known for Doha's modern skyline, museums, souqs, desert landscapes, and a generally well organized visitor experience. Travelers usually find good infrastructure, high safety, widespread card payment, and strong mobile coverage, but should dress modestly in public and be mindful of local customs shaped by Islamic traditions.

    Qatar AT A GLANCE
    Qatar
    LanguageArabic
    Capital CityDoha
    CurrencyQatari riyal (QAR)
    Time ZoneAST
    Emergency999
    Driving SideRight
    Plug TypeType G
    Voltage240 V, 50 Hz
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    Official Languages: Arabic

    English is widely used in hotels, transport, restaurants, shopping areas, and many service businesses, so most visitors can manage daily travel comfortably without Arabic.

    Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is typically excellent in Doha and other populated areas, with strong 4G and widespread 5G availability from major operators. Coverage can be weaker in remote desert areas.

    Roaming/SIM/eSIM: Roaming is convenient for short stays but can be expensive depending on your home plan. A local SIM is often the best value for longer stays if you want a local number and larger data allowance. An eSIM is usually the easiest option for compatible phones because it avoids shop visits and can be activated quickly, but compare prices and data limits with local operator plans before arrival.

    Cards are widely accepted in hotels, malls, restaurants, supermarkets, and taxis or ride apps in Doha. It is still useful to carry some cash for small shops, traditional markets, or occasional smaller transactions.

    Tipping is not always mandatory, but it is commonly appreciated. Some restaurants add a service charge, so check the bill first. If service is not included, around 10 percent is a typical restaurant tip for good service. Small tips are also common for hotel staff, valet staff, drivers, and delivery workers.

    Plug Type: Type G

    Voltage: 240 V, 50 Hz

    Adapter: Usually yes for travelers from continental Europe, North America, and many other regions. Travelers from the United Kingdom, Ireland, and some Gulf countries commonly do not need an adapter.

    Qatar is generally considered very safe for visitors, including in Doha at night in busy areas. Petty crime appears relatively uncommon, but normal precautions with valuables, documents, and transport arrangements are still advisable.

    • Carry a copy of your passport and keep the original secure unless you need it.
    • Use licensed taxis or reputable ride hailing apps rather than unmarked vehicles.
    • Dress modestly in public places to avoid unwanted attention and to respect local norms.
    • Take heat seriously, especially from late spring to early autumn; drink water regularly and avoid long exposure during the hottest hours.
    • Follow local rules on alcohol, public behavior, photography, and restricted sites.
    • If driving, expect fast roads and use extra caution around lane changes and high speed traffic.

    Do

    • Use your right hand when giving or receiving items when practical.
    • Greet people politely and be patient with formal or indirect communication styles.
    • Respect prayer times and local religious practices.
    • Carry modest clothing for visits to cultural sites and public institutions.
    • Book desert trips and other excursions with reputable operators, especially in hot weather.

    Avoid

    • Do not drink alcohol in public or appear intoxicated outside licensed venues.
    • Do not make rude gestures, shout in public, or argue aggressively with officials or staff.
    • Do not photograph government buildings, military sites, or people without permission.
    • Do not wear very revealing clothing in public areas.
    • Do not assume all venues have the same rules during Ramadan or religious holidays.

    Local Cultural Tips

    • Dress conservatively in public; lightweight clothing that covers shoulders and knees is a sensible default in malls, museums, souqs, and government areas.
    • Public displays of affection are best kept minimal.
    • During Ramadan, eating, drinking, or smoking in public during daylight hours may be restricted or considered disrespectful.
    • Ask permission before photographing people, especially women, families, or workers in traditional settings.
    • Friday is an important day for prayers, so some opening hours may shift, especially in the morning or early afternoon.
    • Alcohol is restricted and typically available only in licensed hotel venues or private settings, not in ordinary restaurants or public spaces.
    • A polite greeting matters and a calm, respectful tone is appreciated.
    • Modest dress is expected in many public settings even if rules are not always strictly enforced.
    • Avoid strong criticism of religion, the ruling family, or local customs in public.
    • Queueing is common in formal settings, hotels, and malls, though busy service areas can be less orderly.
    • Remove shoes if invited into a private home unless your host indicates otherwise.
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