Doha to Moscow (DOH–SVO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DOH–SVO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Qatar Airways leads the route. The flight covers 2,238 miles in approximately 7h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: UL | 14 | 789 | 7h45-8h10 | – | Oneworld | UL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Moscow from Doha
| Metric | DOH→SVO | BAH→SVO | AUH→SVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 91 mi | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 | 28 |
| Flight time | 7h 45m | 6h 25m | 5h 50m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · SVO: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 6:00 PM in Moscow.
Qatari passport holders need a visa to enter Russia. Apply at the Russian Embassy in Doha or through the Russian visa application center. A tourist visa costs QAR 290 (about $80) for standard processing (4 to 10 working days) or QAR 545 (about $150) for express (1 to 3 working days). The tourist visa is valid for up to 30 days with single or double entry. Russia also offers an e-visa for certain entry points, covering up to 16 days for QAR 145 ($40), applied for at electronic-visa.kdmid.ru.
For the standard tourist visa, you need a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the visa expiry with two blank pages, a completed application form, one photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm), travel insurance valid in Russia, and a tourist invitation (voucher) from a Russian hotel or tour company. Most hotels issue the voucher at booking. The e-visa is simpler: just passport details, photo, and an online form, with no invitation needed. The e-visa covers single entry through designated checkpoints including Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), Domodedovo (DME), and St. Petersburg Pulkovo (LED).
Direct flights from Doha to Moscow Sheremetyevo run about 5 hours on Qatar Airways. Russia uses the Russian ruble (RUB), trading at roughly 24 RUB per QAR 1. Visa and Mastercard issued outside Russia do not work due to sanctions, so carry cash (USD or EUR to exchange on arrival) or obtain a Mir or UnionPay card. ATMs dispense rubles. No mandatory vaccinations. Moscow's metro costs RUB 57 per ride (about QAR 2.40) on a Troika card and is one of the deepest and most ornate subway systems in the world.
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.
DOH–SVO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to SVO
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DOH to SVO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to SVO ranges from 7 hours 45 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,238 miles (3,602 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via TAS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).