Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Istanbul and Doha are in the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from SAW to DOH start from 13:35 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last departure is at 23:45 with Pegasus. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SAW to DOH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Qatar Airways is your gateway to discovering Doha (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Qatar!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Qatar Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering SAW to DOH flights. An impressive 94.62% of its services on this route arrive on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SAW and DOH include:
Adana Airport
Trabzon Airport
Erbil Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
R 2,325 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,682. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAW to DOH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
68% of flights taking off from Istanbul Sabiha Airport land at their destination on time.
Istanbul Sabiha Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SAW:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near DOH:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and experience more of Doha and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Hamad International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Doha based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Hamad International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Doha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 31ºC (88ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAW to DOH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Doha is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Qatar just waiting to be discovered. About 11 kilometres west of Doha, a trip to Ar Rayyan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Qur'anic Botanic Garden and Education City Mosque.
Another major destination in Qatar, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is about 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Barzan Towers.
