Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Beijing: what you need to know
Hamad International Airport is located in Doha. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 5 hours ahead of Doha.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from DOH to Beijing. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Beijing are available for booking. Daxing International Airport (PKX) is where you'll be landing.
Keep an eye out for promotions from Xiamen Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Beijing.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from DOH to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You don't need a visa for China if you have a passport from Qatar and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Hamad International Airport to Beijing, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Doha to DOH takes about 39 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DOH? If you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Beijing
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamad International Airport to Beijing is 166 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 402 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DOH to Beijing. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Beijing.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing is around 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Reserve a hotel near PEK if you're catching a late flight from Hamad International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. After your flight from Hamad International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from DOH to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Beijing. July is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from Hamad International Airport to Beijing, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from DOH to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After locking in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Beijing, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
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