Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Doha is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
Each week, there are 22 O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:30 Qatar Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:35 with Qatar Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your JNB to DOH flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Doha (and then exploring more of Qatar!) is a cinch with Qatar Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Qatar Airways.
With an impressive 90.97% of services arriving as planned, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier for JNB to DOH flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JNB and DOH include:
Dubai Airport
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
At the moment, RM1,421 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,097. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JNB to DOH.
The cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from JNB to DOH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you have an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Reserve a hotel near DOH if you're on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Hamad International Airport rental car and explore Doha and beyond with your own wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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 driving.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Doha. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hamad International Airport for July if you want 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). Look for cheap tickets from JNB to DOH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many cities in Qatar waiting to be explored once you've seen Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
Around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another essential stop in Qatar. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).