Car hire at Doha airport

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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.

The dynamics of price changes based on season

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

Frequently Asked Questions

A rental car typically costs 25$ a day. However, the costs start at 9$ per day and can go as high as 89$ per day. The final price is directly influenced by the category of rental vehicles, the vehicle's features, your age, the date of booking, the length of the rental, etc.

General insurance categories in Doha airport:

  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) - It limits the customer's liability throughout the rental time and sets the maximum damage payment.
  • Theft Protection (TP): Reduces your obligation to the vehicle's deductible/excess if your car is stolen (proof required are a police report and the car keys).
  • Third Party Liability (TPL) covers material and intangible losses to other people's vehicles, property, and medical expenditures.

Purchase insurance while booking your car:

Car rental insurance

Traveling by car lets you explore at your own pace. It's nice to be able to avoid congested bus or rail schedules and travel early or late.

It depends on the number of passengers and the amount of luggage each person is carrying. However, the following factors to think about before vacationing in Doha airport:

Size: Our major suggestion is to choose a car that is not excessively wide. There are some tiny streets when you are driving through old towns or historical villages. It will be less stressful in a narrower automobile. VW Up is the most well-liked model among economy classes in Doha airport. From EUROPCAR the daily rate for this vehicle begins at 12$.

Power: Any size car will be able to travel the entire country. However, if you choose an engine that is not the smallest, it will be more comfortable in the highlands.

The rental car companies in Doha airport can only guarantee a certain type of car, not an exact make or model. Car rental companies have cars from many different brands in the same category. These cars should have the same features that were confirmed at the time of the reservation. Here is an explanation of the various car classes:

Car rental models

You may be able to reserve a specific model in some cases. You will notice a special note next to the vehicle in the search results if such a possibility exists.

A credit card is required by almost all rental companies. Cards that are electronic, virtual, or debit may not be accepted. If you acquire complete insurance coverage straight from the rental company's office, certain firms may, as an exception, take a debit card.

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