Qatar Airways flights from Doha to Istanbul
Weather by month: Doha and Istanbul
| Month | Doha | Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C · 3 mm | 8°C · 86 mm |
| February | 19°C · 21 mm | 4°C · 87 mm |
| March | 22°C · 20 mm | 11°C · 37 mm |
| April | 30°C · 0 mm | 11°C · 50 mm |
| May | 34°C · 0 mm | 18°C · 60 mm |
| June | 36°C · 0 mm | 23°C · 2 mm |
| July | 37°C · 0 mm | 27°C · 0 mm |
| August | 37°C · 0 mm | 25°C · 5 mm |
| September | 34°C · 0 mm | 21°C · 29 mm |
| October | 30°C · 0 mm | 16°C · 142 mm |
| November | 25°C · 0 mm | 15°C · 47 mm |
| December | 21°C · 67 mm | 9°C · 86 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Qatar Airways flights from Doha to Istanbul
Qatar Airways operates flights from Doha to Istanbul, covering a distance of 2,717 km. The airline uses Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha and serves two Istanbul airports: Istanbul New Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Flights on this route are usually non-stop, with a typical flight time of 275 minutes (approximately 4.5 hours). This connection serves business travelers, tourists, and passengers connecting onward across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
For the best fares, consider booking travel in September. Qatar Airways allows one checked bag of up to 20 kg included in Economy fares, plus cabin baggage limited to 7 kg and dimensions of 50x37x25 cm. Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before your flight.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Hamad International Airport (DOH) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) |
| Flight time | 4 h 35 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 2717 km |
Qatar Airways cabin bag: 1 piece, 7 kg (15 lb), 50 × 37 × 25 cm (20 × 15 × 10 in). Checked bag in Economy: 1 piece, 20 kg (44 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 7 kg (15 lb) | 50 × 37 × 25 cm (20 × 15 × 10 in) |
| Personal item | included | small bag under the seat |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 20 kg (44 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 40 kg (88 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 2 pieces · 50 kg (110 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 100 USD | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 14 USD | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Qatar Airways online check-in opens 2 days before departure and closes 1 h 30 min before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 2 days before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min before departure |
| Airport counters close | 1 h 30 min before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.