Traveling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport. Doha and Basra are in the same timezone — UTC+3.
Flights from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport start at 08:20 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The latest departure is the 11:30 option with Qatar Airways. In total, you can choose from 10 services every week from DOH to BSR.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Qatar Airways is your gateway to discovering Basra (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Iraq!). Browse the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between DOH and BSR:
Dubai Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from DOH to BSR, check whether you need a visa to enter Iraq. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Basra International Airport (BSR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport is C$403. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$817. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from DOH to BSR by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Doha, Hamad International Airport can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 39 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DOH? If you're catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)
Once your flight from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Basrah International Airport Hotel is a comfortable option just a short drive from BSR.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
Basra International Airport to the center of Basra is around 17 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Basra in April.
When booking your flight from Hamad International Airport to Basra International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basra, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC to 49ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from DOH to BSR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Basra
You've got your flight from DOH to BSR organized, now all you need to do is secure your hotel in Basra. Book a room at Villa Hotel Basra and use it as your base to explore this destination.
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Shatt Al-Arab zoo, نصب امجاد البصرة and حسينية الشهيد النقيب الطيار سيد حيدر الجابري are highlights which should feature on any good Basra itinerary.
Complete your Basra trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Basra International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Basra.