Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport is 8 hours 15 minutes.
Doha's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Doha one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
Each week, there are 18 Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 08:10 Qatar Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:40 with Qatar Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your JNB to DOH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Qatar Airways is your ticket to exploring Doha (and perhaps some other great parts of Qatar!). Browse the direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Qatar Airways.
With a reliable 85.23% of services arriving as planned, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating JNB to DOH flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between JNB and DOH:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Lusaka Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport flight is R 5,068. A round-trip fare is currently R 7,004. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from JNB to DOH, book your trip 11 months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JNB to DOH.
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Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
75% of flights leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JNB:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're arriving on a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near DOH:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Doha's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Doha. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Doha. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hamad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. 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 JNB to DOH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Qatar you'll want to see. Around 11 kilometres west of Doha, a visit to Ar Rayyan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Qur'anic Botanic Garden and Education City Mosque.
Another major destination in Qatar, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Make time to visit highlights including Barzan Towers.
