Travelling from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Jeddah and Doha share the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from JED to DOH start from 03:25 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The last departure is at 23:00 with Saudia. Overall, there are 41 weekly Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your JED to DOH flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport, so jetting off to Doha (and then visiting more of Qatar!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Qatar Airways.
Saudia ranks as the leading on-time carrier for JED to DOH flights, with 85.71% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between JED and DOH include:
Riyadh Airport
Kuwait Airport
Dammam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
126 € is currently the best price for a one-way Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 212 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from JED to DOH, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from JED to DOH.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Jeddah Airport (JED)
When it comes to Jeddah Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Jeddah Airport from central Jeddah, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near JED. Whether you have an early flight from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're getting in on a late Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near DOH:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and see more of Doha and beyond.
Booking your ride from Hamad International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Jeddah Airport to Hamad International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Doha, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JED to DOH sometime then if you'd rather 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 taken in the sights of Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Qur'anic Botanic Garden and Education City Mosque.
Another well-known destination in Qatar, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is about 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Make time to visit highlights including Barzan Towers.