Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport is 15 hours 35 minutes.
Doha is ten hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from LAX to DOH start from 14:00 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 16:20 with Qatar Airways. In total, there are 13 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LAX to DOH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Qatar Airways offers direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Doha — and maybe even more of Qatar if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Qatar Airways.
The most punctual carrier offering LAX to DOH flights is Qatar Airways. Its services land as scheduled 65.57% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LAX and DOH include:
London Heathrow Airport
Zurich Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,221 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,751. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LAX to DOH by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from LAX to DOH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DOH instead:
Explore without limits with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and experience more of Doha and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Doha. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Doha, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC to 42ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to DOH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many cities in Qatar waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Qatar, head for Umm Şalāl Muḩammad, about 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣) are the start of reasons to visit.
