Flying from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Doha's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Doha one hour ahead of Aqaba.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AQJ to DOH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Hussein International 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 AQJ and DOH include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Right now, R 8,059 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,374. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AQJ to DOH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AQJ to DOH.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
King Hussein International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from AQJ make it to their destination as scheduled 89.06% of the time.
King Hussein International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Aqaba. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you've booked an early flight from King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at ENG-Murjan Apartment. Aqaba Recreational Centre is another handy accommodation option near AQJ.
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DOH if you have a late King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Doha and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hamad International Airport around one week before your travel date.
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 reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Doha. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Hamad International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Doha, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AQJ to DOH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Qatar waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometres west of Doha, a trip to Ar Rayyan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another favourite destination in Qatar and is around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. No journey is complete without seeing Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).
