Qatar Airways flights from Istanbul to Doha
Weather by month: Istanbul and Doha
| Month | Istanbul | Doha |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C · 86 mm | 18°C · 3 mm |
| February | 4°C · 87 mm | 19°C · 21 mm |
| March | 11°C · 37 mm | 22°C · 20 mm |
| April | 11°C · 50 mm | 30°C · 0 mm |
| May | 18°C · 60 mm | 34°C · 0 mm |
| June | 23°C · 2 mm | 36°C · 0 mm |
| July | 27°C · 0 mm | 37°C · 0 mm |
| August | 25°C · 5 mm | 37°C · 0 mm |
| September | 21°C · 29 mm | 34°C · 0 mm |
| October | 16°C · 142 mm | 30°C · 0 mm |
| November | 15°C · 47 mm | 25°C · 0 mm |
| December | 9°C · 86 mm | 21°C · 67 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Qatar Airways flights from Istanbul to Doha
Qatar Airways operates flights from Istanbul to Doha, connecting Turkey's major hub with Qatar's capital. Passengers can depart from either Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), with flights covering 2,717 km in a typical flight time of 4 hours. This route usually operates as a non-stop service and caters to both leisure and business travelers seeking connections through Doha's hub or direct access to the Gulf region.
When booking, fares tend to be lowest in January. Qatar Airways includes one checked bag of up to 20 kg in economy fares. Cabin baggage is limited to 7 kg and dimensions of 50x37x25 cm. Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before the flight departs.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Hamad International Airport (DOH) |
| Flight time | 4 h (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.