Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport is 15 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Doha is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Sydney.
Flights from SYD to DOH start at 20:45 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 21:45 with Qatar Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your SYD to DOH flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Qatar Airways offers direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Doha — and maybe even more of Qatar if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Qatar Airways.
With a reliable 93.1% of services landing on schedule, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating SYD to DOH flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and DOH include:
Dubai Airport
Adelaide Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Right now, $518 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $961. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SYD to DOH by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to DOH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DOH if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget to explore Doha and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hamad International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Doha. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) 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.
The warmest month in Doha is July, with temperatures ranging between 31ºC (88ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hamad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to DOH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Qatar just waiting to be explored. About 11 kilometres west of Doha, a trip to Ar Rayyan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
Around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another favourite stop in Qatar. Start your sightseeing at Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).