Hamad International Airport (DOH)

Arriving passengers step off the aircraft into the main passenger terminal, proceeding through immigration control and customs before reaching the public arrivals area.

• Follow clear overhead signage towards Transit or Arrivals and Baggage Hall.
• Proceed to the main immigration hall; eligible nationalities may use electronic gates or visa-on-arrival counters.
• Collect checked baggage from the designated carousels located immediately after immigration.
• Clear customs inspection; all baggage passes through X-ray screening prior to exit.
• Enter the main arrivals hall, where transport desks, SIM card kiosks, ATMs, and currency exchanges are situated.

• Zug

  Qatar Rail (Red Line)

  The Hamad International Airport T1 station is connected directly to the passenger terminal via a short walk.

  Dauer:

  roughly 15-20 minutes to central Doha

  Typische Kosten:

  typically QAR 2 for a single standard journey (plus reusable travel card purchase)

• Taxi

  Mowasalat (Karwa)

  Official metered taxis operate 24/7 from the designated taxi pavilion situated outside the arrivals hall.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-30 minutes to central Doha depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  typically QAR 40-70 including the airport flag fall

• Fahrdienste

  Uber / Careem

  Pick-up locations are clearly marked outside the arrivals terminal exit.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-30 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically QAR 35-65

• Bus

  Mowasalat (Karwa)

  Requires a Karwa Smartcard, available from vending machines inside the arrivals hall.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically QAR 2.50-10

Transferring at Hamad International Airport is straightforward, as all concourses are contained within a single terminal building.

• Follow 'Transfers' signage upon disembarking the aircraft.
• Pass through the central transfer security screening point.
• Use the automated passenger mover (ORCHARD train) for quick travel between Concourses C, D, and E.
• Re-check departure gate screens, as gates can occasionally change prior to boarding.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the terminal complex.

• Connect to the network named '#HIAConnected'.
• Submit your booking reference or passport/ticket details if prompted on the landing page.
• Charging stations with AC outlets and USB ports are distributed widely near seating areas.

Banking, currency exchange, and automated teller facilities are located throughout both airside and landside areas.

• The official local currency is the Qatari Riyal (QAR).
• ATMs accepting major international cards are available in the arrivals hall.
• 24/7 currency exchange desks are situated before and after immigration.
• Contactless payment and international credit cards are widely accepted across Qatar.

A wide variety of dining outlets operates 24/7 across the terminal, ranging from quick-service options to sit-down restaurants.

• Dining zones are located in the central node near the Lamp Bear and within the ORCHARD area.
• Halal standards are followed across all food and beverage venues.
• Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices are available in most food courts.

Multiple airline and independent pay-per-use lounges are available airside.

• Oryx Lounge is accessible to economy class passengers for a walk-in fee or via select lounge membership programs.
• Qatar Airways operates specialized lounges (Al Mourjan, Al Safwa) for premium cabin passengers.
• Lounges offer shower facilities, quiet rest areas, and buffet dining.

An in-terminal transit hotel is available airside, alongside numerous international hotel options near the airport.

• Oryx Airport Hotel is located airside inside the transfer area, allowing rest without passing through immigration.
• City hotels near West Bay and Old Airport road are accessible within 15 to 25 minutes by taxi or metro.

Baggage claim carousels are located immediately following the immigration hall.

• Check flight status monitors in the baggage hall to identify your assigned carousel.
• Free luggage trolleys are provided near the carousels.
• Baggage services and lost property desks are situated inside the customs area.

The terminal offers dedicated facilities for families travelling with children.

• Parents' rooms with baby-changing units and nursing areas are available near major toilet blocks.
• Interactive family play areas are located across various concourses.
• Complimentary baby strollers can be found at key locations airside.

• Quiet rooms
• Prayer rooms
• Smoking rooms
• Unaccompanied minor lounge
• Duty free shopping
• Spa and wellness centre
• Luggage storage

Lokale Notrufnummer: National emergency: 999.

• For medical assistance inside the terminal, approach any airport staff member or visit the nearest medical center post.
• The main airport medical centres operate 24 hours a day to handle urgent health situations.
• If you lose your passport, notify airport security officers and contact your national embassy in Doha.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• https://dohahamadairport.com/Offizielle Flughafenquelle
• https://portal.moi.gov.qa/Regierungsquelle
• https://www.customs.gov.qa/Regierungsquelle
• https://www.mowasalat.com/Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• https://www.qr.com.qa/Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• https://www.moph.gov.qa/Regierungsquelle