Hamad International Airport

Hamad International Airport is the hub of Qatar Airways, the award-winning five-star airline. These two organisations are part of the Qatar Airways Group that also includes other key players in the region’s aviation sector. All our brands share a commitment: to provide the very best customer service. Hamad International Airport represents a new era: for aviation in Qatar and for the nation. While we’re just 4 km from Doha International – the airport that has admirably served the country since the 1960s – this is effectively a total change in size, scope and standards. Here’s the story of how this transition was planned and achieved.
As Qatar has grown so has its airline – and demand at its airport. Ten years ago just over 5 million people a year passed through. Now that’s closer to 25 million and likely to continue rising rapidly. Even with frequent expansion and refurbishment it has long been evident that Doha International Airport couldn't be the answer the nation needed.

This is also because Qatar has a spirit of not just delivering but of exceeding. While a new airport with more capacity was the obvious answer it wasn't the chosen one. Instead a plan was created for a new airport that could do more: that could define the future.

Driven by the combined vision of HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and Akbar Al Baker, Group Chief Executive of the airport, an ambitious and exciting blueprint was drawn up: for a vast airport on a site a third the size of Doha itself, that would be purpose-built for the world’s largest aircraft, that would be designed to provide the ultimate passenger experience, and that would serve the nation and region for generations to come.
Spacious and stunning Hamad International Airport is all about flow. The flow of passengers, smooth and seamless. For that reason the airport has an aquatic theme. Many buildings feature a water motif, such as the passenger terminal’s wave-styled roof. The surrounding landscaping uses desert plants irrigated with recycled water. And the private Amiri terminal resembles a billowing sail.

Other landmarks are the Islamic crescent-shaped control tower, visible from Doha; and the mosque, with its towering minaret and awe-inspiring glass dome that resembles a water droplet.

The main terminal is designed in an oval shape to minimize the distance passengers need to travel – to connect, to board, to disembark, to shop, dine or indeed use any facilities. Despite the huge scale – for example, check-in and retail areas are both around 12 times the size of Doha International Airport – everything is under one roof and cleverly designed to be accessible. Space and light are maximized through skylights and arched columns. There are multiple levels, three concourses and – throughout – a standard of outstanding finish commensurate with Qataris’ love of perfection and quality.

Next to the airport 100 hectares have been set aside for an Airport City – with future commercial development opportunities available such as a free trade zone, office and business park, hotels and a retail mall. Construction began in 2006. The undertaking was immense. For example 60% of the site is land reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. This involved moving and desalinating 6.5 million cubic meters of waste material for landfill – the largest environmental project the region has ever seen. The first two phases opened in 2014. The third and final phase is now underway.
Whether you’re transferring, arriving or departing, Hamad International Airport offers a smooth and effortless travel experience, enhanced by many different services and facilities. To learn more please see below.  Whether you’re transferring, arriving or departing from Hamad International Airport, our passenger terminal is designed around your comfort and convenience. To learn more please see below.

Facilities & Services

Prayer Rooms
Spacious prayer rooms can be found throughout the passenger terminal. They offer separate areas for men and women, and include dedicated ablution facilities. Just follow the signs, ask at an information desk or use our airport map to find one nearest you.
If you’re exiting Hamad International Airport you could also pray at the public mosque that is located just outside the passenger terminal, within walking distance from the Departures hall. The shape of a water droplet inspires the mosque’s architecture, and it offers spectacular views of the lagoon and Amiri Terminal.
For your convenience, service desks representing a variety of hotels are available in a dedicated area of the passenger terminal.
Whether you’ve made a reservation in advance or plan to book on arrival, Qatar offers a wide variety of hotels to suit different needs and preferences. Just follow the signs, ask at an information desk or use our airport map to find your way to the hotel service desk area that is located on the ground level near the Short Term Car Park. The Following htels are available at Hamad International Airport.

Doha Hotel and Residences

Doha Hotel & Residences is the first lifestyle hotel in Doha & the first W in the Middle East. Located in the heart of the city the hotel boasts 3 award winning signature restaurants, Market by Jean-Georges & Spice Market, both by 3 star Michelin Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten & La Spiga by Paper Moon. It counts with a W Café & 2 lounges, the only Bliss® Spa in the region, a FIT Fitness Centre, a WET deck pool area & nearly 1,000 square meters state-of-the-art meeting & event spaces.
Complimentary hotel transfers
Some hotels may offer a complimentary shuttle bus transfer between the passenger terminal and the hotel. Please confirm availability when making your reservation.
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access throughout our passenger terminal. Just search for “HIAQatar Complimentary WiFi” on your smartphone, tablet or laptop computer and sign in.
Complimentary Internet Kiosks and Desks
Equipped with screens and keyboards, our internet kiosks and desks offer you free web browsing. The kiosks are located throughout the passenger terminal (including the boarding gate areas).The desks are also available at each of our five activity nodes. Approach an information desk or use our airport map to locate the nearest one.
Telephone Booths
You can call anywhere in the world by purchasing a prepaid calling card from Qatar Duty Free. Telephone booths are located throughout the passenger terminal (including the boarding gate areas).
Medical centres
Our fully-equipped and well-staffed medical centres are operational 24 hours a day and swiftly respond whenever required.
There are two medical centres serving the passenger terminal. One is located in the Arrivals hall just before the Passport Control area, while the other is in the Departures hall near the Check-in area. Just follow the signs, ask at an information desk or use our airport map to find your way.
Our Customer Service Team is pleased to help customers retrieve their lost items. The Lost Property Office provides lost property registration, deals with inquiries and offers retrieval services for items lost in the Passenger Terminal Complex.