Doha International Airport
DIA / OTBD
Doha International Airport (DIA) was the principal airport serving Doha until the opening of Hamad International Airport (DOH) in 2014. Since then, commercial passenger operations have moved to Hamad International; DIA is no longer the primary commercial passenger gateway to Doha.
Terminal Guide for Doha International Airport #
Doha International’s passenger terminal complex is no longer used for regular commercial airline passenger services; commercial operations have been consolidated at Hamad International Airport. For current passenger flights and terminal information use Hamad International (DOH) sources.
Getting to and From Doha International Airport #
Commercial passenger transport for Doha is routed through Hamad International Airport (DOH). If you encounter references to DIA, verify which airport your airline is using; DOH has extensive taxi, metro and bus links to central Doha.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Doha International Airport #
Because commercial passenger operations have moved to Hamad International, public passenger facilities at the former Doha International are no longer representative of Doha’s current commercial airport services. For shopping, lounges and passenger amenities consult Hamad International Airport information.
Tips for Doha International Airport #
- Doha International Airport no longer handles scheduled commercial passenger flights - use Hamad International Airport (DOH) for commercial travel to Doha.
- If you see references to Doha International (DIA) in older itineraries or documents, confirm your flight’s operating airport and terminal before travel.
- For general aviation or historical references to DIA, check official Qatari aviation sources for current status.
Weather & Climate near Doha International Airport #
Doha International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 17° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 4.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Excellent | 14° - 23° | 18° | 18 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| March | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 21° - 32° | 26° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 4.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Very Good | 25° - 38° | 37° | 1 mm | some cloud | 61% | 4.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.3h |
| June | Very Good | 28° - 40° | 44° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 4.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| July | Good | 29° - 41° | 48° | 0 mm | some cloud | 66% | 4.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| August | Very Good | 29° - 40° | 47° | 0 mm | some cloud | 65% | 4.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 27° - 38° | 39° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 3.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 24° - 35° | 31° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 3.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 24° | 7 mm | some cloud | 62% | 3.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| December | Ideal | 15° - 24° | 20° | 11 mm | some cloud | 67% | 4.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
