Travelling from Orlando to Hamad International Airport (DOH): What you need to know
Orlando's main base, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Orlando to Hamad International Airport (DOH).
Hamad International Airport is located in Doha. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Orlando.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to DOH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Orlando to DOH leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
The distance from central Orlando to MCO is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Hamad International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
78.28% of flights taking off from Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can reach SFB from the centre of Orlando in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to DOH flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.11%.
About Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Hamad International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DOH:
Travel at your own speed with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and discover more of Doha and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Orlando to Hamad International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Doha. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Currently, 240 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Hamad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 653 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Orlando to DOH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Orlando to Hamad International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando to Hamad International Airport.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to Hamad International Airport (DOH). Plan your visit to Doha in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Orlando to DOH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Doha to range from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Hamad International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Doha
After booking your flight from Orlando to Hamad International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Doha:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Museum of Islamic Art, Souq waqif and Souq Waqif are major attractions which should feature on any good Doha itinerary.
Explore more of Qatar
Squeeze more into your Qatar trip by venturing beyond Doha. About 105 kilometres away to the north-west, Abū az̧ Z̧ulūf is another exciting city to put on your must-do list. Check off some of its leading attractions like Abu Dhalouf Beach while you're here.
