Doha to Dulles (DOH–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
DOH–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 6,915 miles in approximately 14h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: B6, MH, UL, WB, WY | 20 | 359, 77W | 14h20 | – | Oneworld | B6, MH, UL, WB, WY |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 3 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Doha
| Metric | DOH→IAD | DIA→IAD | AUH→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 3 mi | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 55 | 1 | 21 |
| Flight time | 14h 20m | 13h 1m | 14h 19m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 11:00 AM in Dulles.
Qatari passport holders need a visa to enter the United States. Qatar is not in the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not available. Apply for a B1/B2 visitor visa at the US Embassy in Doha. The application fee is $185 (non-refundable). Steps: complete the DS-160 form online at ceac.state.gov, pay the fee, schedule an interview at the embassy, and attend in person with your passport, DS-160 confirmation, photo, and supporting documents (bank statements, employment letter, travel itinerary).
Interview wait times at the Doha embassy run 2 to 6 weeks depending on the season. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. The CBP officer at the US port of entry determines the actual admission period (usually 90 to 180 days stamped on your I-94). Have your hotel address, return ticket, and itinerary ready. Fingerprints and a photo are taken at the immigration counter.
Direct flights from Doha to the US run on Qatar Airways: New York JFK (about 13 hours 30 minutes), Washington Dulles (about 14 hours), Dallas-Fort Worth (about 15 hours 30 minutes), Houston (about 16 hours), Los Angeles (about 16 hours 30 minutes), and Chicago (about 14 hours 30 minutes). The US uses the US dollar, trading at roughly 0.27 USD per QAR 1 (or 3.64 QAR per $1). No mandatory vaccinations. Global Entry ($100 for 5 years) expedites CBP processing for approved travelers using kiosks. Apply at ttp.cbp.dhs.gov and interview at a Global Entry enrollment center.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
DOH–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to IAD
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines. With 55 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DOH to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to IAD is about 14 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,915 miles (11,127 km). There are approximately 55 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 109 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via İstanbul, John F. Kennedy and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Doha (DIA) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).