Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 55 minutes.
Doha is three hours ahead of Edinburgh and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from EDI to DOH start from 07:30 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 14:45 with Qatar Airways. Overall, there are 59 weekly Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your EDI to DOH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Qatar Airways is your ticket to exploring Doha (and maybe even some other great parts of Qatar!). Check out the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Qatar Airways.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating EDI to DOH flights. An impressive 81.15% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and DOH:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Dublin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport flight is 169 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 358 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to DOH.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to DOH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're landing on a late Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near DOH:
Pick up a Hamad International Airport rental car and discover Doha and beyond with your own set of wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Hamad International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport to central Doha has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamad International Airport for July if you want to visit Doha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 31ºC (88ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to DOH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Qatar
You've visited Doha, now it's time to explore other corners of Qatar. Journey about 11 kilometres west to Ar Rayyan to tick off its popular sights. From Green Spine to Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another essential stop in Qatar and is around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. No trip is complete without a visit to Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).