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Parking at Doha Airport

Located on the western coast of Qatar, Doha International Airport has a wide range of facilities and services. The airport is close to the city centre and offers several food and beverage outlets, an award-winning duty free area, and free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal.

Doha night

Parking at Doha-Hamad International Airport includes short and long-term car parks. The short-term parking areas are located on the west and east sides of the passenger terminal. They provide covered parking for up to 15 days and are connected to the terminal building by walkways.

The long-term car park is located on the south end of the passenger terminal. It has two levels: the ground level and the upper level. The car park has seven (7) entry lanes and seven (7) exit lanes. The tariff includes reduction of the free parking grace period, so you will have to pay QAR 25 for every 30 minutes.

In addition, the long-term car park will offer complimentary shuttle service to the terminal every fifteen to twenty minutes. It has two hundred and fifty (250) car spaces.

Parking fees at Doha International Airport are reasonable. You can pay your parking charges at the counter on your way to the terminal. There are eight car rental companies at the airport. You can also book your car in advance for discounted rates.

Doha International Airport will continue to operate through the World Cup. Thirteen carriers are expected to land at the airport during the tournament.

Car Rental Options at Doha Airport

Taking the time to book a rental car in Doha will allow you to explore the real essence of the city. You can enjoy traditional Qatari meals, take a road trip along the sand dunes, or shop at upscale malls.

Doha downtown

Car rental companies are well represented at Doha airport. You can find a variety of vehicles from luxury segments to smaller economy cars. Car rental at Doha airport is quite affordable.

Among the more popular car rental companies at Doha airport are AAB Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Sixt, and National. Some of these companies have a fleet of over 600 vehicles. You can rent a SUV, a sports car, or an economy compact car.

The cheapest car rental at Doha Hamad Intl Airport was found by Cheapflights users to be the Alamo cheapest rental. You can save up to 87% by using this car rental company.

Another cool thing to do at Doha airport is check out the car rental kiosks located in the Arrivals Hall of the Passenger Terminal Building. These kiosks are equipped with the most important car rental facts.

Located opposite the passenger terminal is the Ground Transportation Centre. You can find out where to find the car rental counters by asking information desks.

The largest car rental company at Doha airport is Al Muftah. This is a big name in the car rental industry and you can expect a high quality service. You can rent a sports car, a compact SUV, or an economy sedan.

Doha Airport Transport Information

Getting around Doha airport is easy and convenient. You can take the shuttle bus, use the taxi service, or rent a car. The airport also offers many dining options, a fitness center, and a spa.

Doha

Taxi service is the most convenient way to get around Doha. A taxi will take you from the airport to the city center for an average fare of QAR 40-60. It is also a safe and convenient way to travel. You can find a taxi at the 'Taxi' signs.

There are three metro lines in Doha, including the Green Line, the Red Line, and the Gold Line. The red line connects DOH Airport to the city center. You can use this line to travel to all the World Cup stadium sites. It also serves popular destinations in Doha.

The bus station at Doha airport is located outside the Arrivals Hall. There are two bus routes that connect the airport to the city center. Bus Route 747 runs to Al Ghanim Bus Station, and Bus Route 777 connects the airport to the Doha Club and Rus Abu Abboud.

There is a taxi pavilion at the left end of the Arrivals Hall. Taxis are metered. The starting fare is QAR 25. The cost increases during the hours of 9 PM to 5 AM.

There are also private transfers. The cost for a private transfer will be around $30.

Rental cars are a little more expensive than other transportation options. Rental cars also require you to pass through security.

Changes in Doha airport car rental rates based on the seasons

Average price for 7 days rental:

  • 0$ –
  • 22$ –
  • 72$ –
  • 122$ –
  • 172$ –
  • 222$ –
  • 272$ –
  • 322$ –
  • January
    154$
  • February
    133$
  • March
    154$
  • April
    189$
  • May
    224$
  • June
    245$
  • July
    287$
  • August
    322$
  • September
    224$
  • October
    224$
  • November
    154$
  • December
    245$
  • Jan -
    154$
  • Feb -
    133$
  • Mar -
    154$
  • Apr -
    189$
  • May -
    224$
  • Jun -
    245$
  • Jul -
    287$
  • Aug -
    322$
  • Sep -
    224$
  • Oct -
    224$
  • Nov -
    154$
  • Dec -
    245$

List of required documents

Attention!

A valid international driving license is required

1. Driver license
2. Credit card
3. Voucher
4. Passport

Answers to popular questions

Prices can vary based on the company, the season, and the vehicle, but most locations offer discounts if you reserve a car prior to your arrival in Doha airport. The cheapest automatic cars cost from 13$ to 24$ per day. Larger cars can be more expensive due to their higher fuel consumption, so you may want to choose a smaller vehicle, which will also be advantageous on narrower roads.
There is always an increase in demand for car rentals in Doha airport during the summer months, which drives up the prices. During the off-season, particularly the winter, the prices are significantly lower. The duration of your rental also affects the total price. Typically, renting a vehicle for a longer period of time results in a lower daily rate, thus a five-day rental may cost only somewhat more than a three-day rental. If possible, consider spending at least a week exploring Doha airport.

Third-party liability insurance is needed by law when renting a car in Doha airport. Most agencies automatically include this in the price of your car rental.
A Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or theft protection is recommended but not required. If you opt to purchase additional coverage, make sure to include it in your initial booking because the pricing are best when done this way. Check to see if your credit card coverage includes car rental insurance in Doha airport.
Purchase insurance while booking your car:

Car rental insurance

When going on vacation, renting a car in Doha airport gives you the freedom to go wherever you want, whenever you want, and on your own schedule. Because of this, it is virtually always a smart decision to get behind the wheel.It is always beneficial to have the freedom to travel during times that are less likely to be crowded on public transportation, such as early in the morning or late at night, should you find that to be more convenient.

You can rent almost any kind of car in Doha airport, from small, cheap cars to high-end ones. Here are some things you might want to think about:

A size of the car: A bigger car may be more comfortable on the highway, but many beautiful villages in Doha airport have narrow streets. Parking garages are often small, and getting in and out of them can be a nightmare. Fiat 500 is the most well-liked model among economy classes in Doha airport. From EUROPCAR the daily rate for this vehicle begins at 13$. For those who want some extra comfort and have the appropriate budget, EAST COAST is ready to offer a Business-class model - Mercedes E, price starts at 53$ per day.
Most rental cars in Doha airport are manual, but more and more automatic cars are becoming available. Automatic cars usually cost more to rent, and if your license only lets you drive an automatic car, you won't be able to rent a stick shift car.

According to the rental policies of all car rental agencies, you can book the vehicle's essential features, but not a specific model. Because a specific model can break, be involved in an accident, be held by the prior tenant, etc. Your voucher will have a code that specifies the major parameters (e.g. CDAR). The following table provides code decoding:

Car rental models

The same card must be used to guarantee the rental agreement when you pick up the vehicle. We accept two types of cards:

We will accept a credit card as a guarantee. Our front desk staff is not permitted to accept a credit card if it is not clearly designated as such.
If you purchase our Platinum Insurance plan for the duration of your rental time, we can acccept a debit or prepaid card.

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Just keep in mind that the rental agreement must be signed in person at pick-up by the cardholder/renter, as well as by any other drivers. Additionally, the card must still be valid 100 days after the rental time has ended.

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