Flying from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Beijing. Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) jetting off from here.
Doha is five hours behind Beijing. Doha Hamad International Airport is located in Doha, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Beijing to DOH. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to DOH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Traveling from central Beijing to PEK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 17 miles in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Beijing Capital International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PEK land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Thinking of flying out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)? Direct Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
When departing from PKX, you can pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Beijing to DOH. Reach cruising altitude with one of these carriers:
On the PKX to DOH route, Xiamen Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with Xiamen Airlines. 89.26% of its flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Doha Hamad International Airport arrive on schedule.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
You can get to PKX from central Beijing in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 30 miles or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Beijing to DOH flight? Check in to a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 87% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Consider staying in a hotel near DOH if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport flight.
Getting from Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Central Doha is around 12 miles from Doha Hamad International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport is $253. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $464. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to DOH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Beijing to DOH.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
January is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH). Plan your visit to Doha in May for a quieter experience.
Book a Beijing to DOH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Doha to range from 88ºF to 108ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 57ºF and 73ºF.
More about Doha
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Doha right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Doha Hamad International Airport:
Your Doha trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Museum of Islamic Art, Souq waqif and Souq Waqif.
