Abu Dhabi to Doha (AUH–DOH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUH–DOH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 199 miles in approximately 1h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 97 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 28 | 320, 32N | 1h05-1h10 | – | – | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 21 | 320 | 1h05-1h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Doha from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→DOH | DXB→DOH | SHJ→DOH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 72 mi | 82 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 56 | 63 |
| Flight time | 1h 5m | 1h 15m | 1h 5m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 5:00 PM in Doha.
UAE passport holders enter Qatar visa-free as GCC nationals with no limit on the duration of stay. A valid national ID card or passport is sufficient for entry. No advance registration or travel authorization is needed. Customs allowances include 400 cigarettes and reasonable personal items; alcohol import is prohibited.
Doha Metro Gold Line departs from inside the terminal to the city centre (15–20 min, QAR 3–6). Msheireb station is the interchange for connecting to the Red and Green lines. First train is at 6am; late-night arrivals will need a taxi or ride-hail. Karwa taxis are available at the arrivals area; West Bay costs QAR 30–50.Careem and Uber are the most cost-effective options. Hamad International has no separate rental car facility visible from arrivals; rental desks are landside. The airport is 15 km from central Doha with good road access via the Corniche and Lusail Expressway.
Desert climate, similar to Dubai. Summers (June–September) are intensely hot (37–45°C) with very high humidity. Ground operations slow but flights rarely cancel for heat alone. Dust haze is persistent and occasionally reduces visibility below instrument minimums. Winter (November–March) is pleasant at 15–26°C and represents Qatar Airways' peak operational period.
Rain is rare, fewer than 10 rainy days per year, but the drainage infrastructure means even light rain causes road flooding. Occasional dust storms (shamal) reduce visibility and can ground departures for hours. Spring (March–May) is the most dust-prone season.
AUH–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to DOH
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to DOH ranges from 1 hours 5 minutes to 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 199 miles (320 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 92 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
97 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via DAM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Sharjah (SHJ).