Istanbul to Doha (IST–DOH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–DOH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,713 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 124 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: CX, MH, VA | 23 | 359, 77X | 4h-4h25 | – | Oneworld | CX, MH, VA |
| TK Turkish Airlines | 17 | 32Q, 332, 33X | 4h-4h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Doha from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→DOH | SAW→DOH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 73 | 26 |
| Flight time | 4h | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Doha.
Turkish passport holders enter Qatar visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested at immigration.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
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.
IST–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to DOH
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. With 73 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to DOH ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 5 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,713 miles (2,757 km). There are approximately 73 weekly flights outbound and 61 return, totaling 134 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
124 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BSR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).