Hamad International Airport in Qatar expects an increase in arriving passengers from January 2 to 5, 2025. The airport has shared important tips and guidance to help travelers enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey.
Easy steps for collecting baggage
Place fragile and breakable items in the center of hard-shell suitcases to help prevent damage. QR codes and flight information screens are available to help travelers find their baggage belts and move smoothly through baggage reclaim.
Oversized checked baggage and other items, such as wheelchairs and child seats, will arrive separately on belts A and B.
Keep your baggage tags until you have left baggage reclaim, and check the tags before collecting your bags.
Parking guidance when meeting arriving passengers
Arrivals curbside: Do not leave vehicles unattended at the arrivals curb, as this may cause congestion, security violations or towing. For longer drop-offs, use the short-term car park.
Special rates for longer parking stays: The airport offers discounted rates for extended stays in the short-term car park, available only through advance booking via the parking page on its website.
Other ways to reach the city
Hamad International Airport offers several transport options:
Buses and taxis: Bus and taxi areas are located on either side of the arrivals area. Travelers are advised to use authorized taxis for their high service standards and strictly enforced lost-property policy.
More than 20 car rental companies operate near the arrivals terminal.
Taxis can be booked in advance through the Karwa Taxi app for convenient onward travel around Doha. Taxis will also be available in the outer lane beside the arrivals curb.
The airport’s metro station is a short walk from the terminal and connects to popular destinations around the city.
From January 1, 2025, the airport metro station will operate from 05:00 to 01:00 Saturday through Thursday, and from 09:00 to 01:00 on Fridays. Consult the Doha Metro website for further information.
Hamad International Airport’s customer service team welcomes arriving passengers and is ready to assist at any stage of the arrivals process. The HIAQatar Mobile app provides additional wayfinding guidance and information.
Read the announcement on the Hamad International Airport website.
