Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Hamad International Airport is located in Doha. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 6 hours behind Doha.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from DOH to Rio De Janeiro.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from DOH to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can travel to Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Qatar. But before reserving your flight tickets from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Travelling from central Doha to DOH takes approximately 39 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near DOH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Rio De Janeiro
C$874 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Return flights start at C$1,837. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DOH to Rio De Janeiro if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro across each month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from DOH to Rio De Janeiro. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you when the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 16 minutes.
After your flight from DOH to Rio De Janeiro, unwind at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from DOH to Rio De Janeiro sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-do's during your Rio De Janeiro adventure.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Hamad International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.