Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 17 hours 25 minutes.
Doha's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Doha ten hours behind Auckland.
Choose from nine weekly Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. The 13:15 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight available. Qatar Airways operates the latest service of the day at 16:55.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to DOH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Qatar Airways is your gateway to exploring Doha (and perhaps some other great parts of Qatar!). Check out the direct flights from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Qatar Airways.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers AKL to DOH flights. A dependable 81.97% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AKL and DOH:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
At the moment, $692 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,720. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AKL to DOH.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AKL to DOH.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that take off from Auckland Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near DOH:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Doha's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Hamad International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Hamad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Doha, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to DOH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many cities in Qatar waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Qatar, consider Umm Şalāl Muḩammad, roughly 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣) are highlights.