Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 53 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to London.
London is 3 hours behind Doha, where Hamad International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 75 weekly flights between the two airports, Hamad International Airport (DOH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Qatar Airways operates the earliest flight at 01:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from DOH to LHR is with Qatar Airways at 17:25.
To ensure you get on your flight from DOH to London, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Nonstop flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to London are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll arrive.
Get on board with Qatar Airways. This popular airline operates direct flights from Hamad International Airport to London.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from DOH to London that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
To visit United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you hold a passport from Qatar. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Hamad International Airport to London.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Doha, DOH can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 39 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near DOH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to London or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to London
RM696 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hamad International Airport to London. Return flights start from RM1,493. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DOH to London, reserve your trip 3 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Hamad International Airport to London is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamad International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
As soon as your flight from Hamad International Airport to London has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from DOH to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Hamad International Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, visit London in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Hamad International Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from DOH to London sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
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Big Ben and The British Museum are just two of the major attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
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