Flying from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport (DOH): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when planning your flight from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport (DOH).
7 hours 10 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Bangkok to Hamad International Airport flight.
Hamad International Airport is located in Doha. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is four hours behind Bangkok.
With 38 direct flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Hamad International Airport (DOH) is the busiest route. Qatar Airways operates the earliest flight at 2am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from BKK to DOH is with Qatar Airways at 9:05pm.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Bangkok to DOH. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Get to your destination in one go from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport (DOH) can be booked from here.
Qatar Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport leaving from BKK.
Qatar Airways is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BKK to DOH.
With a dependable 95.63% of services arriving as scheduled, Qatar Airways leads the way in punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to DOH leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
BKK is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
67.87% of flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and DOH are:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
You can reach DMK from central Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to DOH flight? Check in to a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
About Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Reserve a hotel close to DOH if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Hamad International Airport rental car and discover Doha and beyond with your own wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Bangkok to Hamad International Airport flight.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Doha. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport is R 3,667. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,089. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book six months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bangkok to DOH.
November is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Bangkok to Hamad International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Bangkok to DOH.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Doha. August is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport (DOH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Bangkok to DOH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Doha to range from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Doha
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Doha right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Hamad International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Doha when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Museum of Islamic Art followed by Souq waqif and Souq Waqif.
Explore more of Qatar
Get more out of your Qatar trip by venturing beyond Doha. About 105 kilometres away to the north-west, Abū az̧ Z̧ulūf is another awesome city to put on your must-do list. Tick off some of its biggest sights such as Abu Dhalouf Beach while you're there.