Qatar's Hamad International Airport has announced enhanced services and preparations to handle the expected rise in passenger traffic during the Eid Al Adha holiday, along with a series of important guidelines to ensure the comfort and safety of all travelers during the holiday season.
Early check-in
Passengers should check in for their flights online in advance and arrive at the airport 3 hours before departure, allowing enough time to complete travel procedures.
Use self-service facilities
For faster check-in, Qatar Airways passengers can use the self-service check-in kiosks and bag drop counters in Row 3.
E-gates are available for eligible citizens and residents to speed up passport control. Conditions apply; the minimum height for e-gate users is 130 cm.
Baggage guidelines
The airport reminds passengers that airlines enforce their own baggage size and weight allowances, and urges travelers to review their airline's regulations for the relevant guidelines.
Passengers are advised to avoid non-standard baggage, such as irregularly shaped or oversized items. All checked bags must be securely packed, rectangular or square in shape, and in line with the baggage specifications set by the airline.
Passengers who wish to wrap their luggage should not use home wrapping and should instead use the airport's baggage wrapping facilities, which comply with EU safety standards.
A baggage repacking area with baggage scales is located in the passenger terminal.
Parking
Travelers are advised to use the airport's car parks when dropping off or picking up passengers and for short waits, and to avoid leaving vehicles unattended at the roadside.
Discounted rates apply for long-stay parking in the airport's car parks. These rates are only available to users who book in advance, ensuring proximity to the passenger terminal.
All car rental and limousine service desks are located near the arrivals hall.
Valet parking: for maximum convenience, travelers can hand their cars to a valet attendant in front of the departures terminal.
Security screening
Make sure you are not carrying prohibited items such as liquids, aerosols and gels in your hand luggage. Liquids must be in containers of 100 ml or less inside a clear, resealable plastic bag.
Any electronic devices larger than a mobile phone must be removed from bags for X-ray screening.
Small vehicles powered by lithium batteries, such as hoverboards, are not permitted.
Stay connected
Download the "HIA Qatar" mobile app for the latest updates on flight and baggage status and directions to boarding gates.
For wayfinding inside the terminal, use the QR codes located throughout the airport.
Special services for families
To make travel easier for families during the busy period, dedicated security screening lanes will be set aside for families with children.
Travelers who need assistance should follow the orange signs or approach airport security staff wearing orange badges in the security screening area.
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