Budapest to Doha (BUD–DOH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BUD–DOH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and SriLankan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,334 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: MH, VA, WB | 13 | 320, 351, 77X | 5h-5h50 | – | Oneworld | MH, VA, WB |
| UL SriLankan Airlines | 3 | 320 | 5h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BUD: CEST · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Budapest, it's 7:00 PM in Doha.
Hungarian passport holders enter Qatar visa-free for up to 90 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least one blank page. The 90-day period is within a 180-day window, and the stay can be extended at the Ministry of Interior for an additional 90 days.
At Hamad International Airport (DOH), immigration processing is fast and fully electronic. No supporting documents are required beyond the passport, though having a return ticket and hotel booking avoids any questions. For employment, a separate work visa sponsored by a Qatari employer is required and must be obtained before arrival.
No direct flights connect Budapest to Doha. Qatar Airways operates from several European hubs (Vienna, Prague, Warsaw) with connections to DOH, total travel time 7 to 10 hours. Qatar uses the Qatari riyal (QAR), pegged at 3.64 QAR per $1. Credit cards work at hotels, malls, and restaurants; taxis prefer cash. No mandatory vaccinations. Alcohol is legal in licensed hotels, bars, and the Qatar Distribution Company (QDC) liquor store (requires a QDC permit for residents). Dress modestly in public areas outside hotels.
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.
BUD–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BUD to DOH
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and SriLankan Airlines. With 32 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BUD to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUD to DOH is about 5 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,334 miles (3,756 km). There are approximately 32 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 61 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via İstanbul, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Vienna. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.