Doha to Manchester, Greater Manchester (DOH–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DOH–MAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,362 miles in approximately 7h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 51 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways | 24 | 351, 789 | 7h35-8h40 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways | 17 | 351, 789 | 7h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Doha
| Metric | DOH→MAN | BAH→MAN | AUH→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 91 mi | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 41 | 5 | 25 |
| Flight time | 7h 35m | 7h 25m | 7h 55m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · MAN: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 3:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
Qatari passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online at the GOV.UK website or through the UK ETA app.
Processing is usually within minutes to a few hours. Airlines check for a valid ETA before boarding, so apply at least 3 working days before departure.
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.
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
DOH–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to MAN
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Qatar Airways. With 41 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DOH to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to MAN ranges from 7 hours 35 minutes to 8 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,362 miles (5,410 km). There are approximately 41 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 75 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via SOF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).