Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Doha Starting at $20

The route Istanbul — Doha is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including Pegasus Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Arabia, Nas Air, Flyadeal, Turkish Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, and Etihad Airways. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $20) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Doha is primarily served by Hamad International Airport (DOH), a modern international hub that typically handles the majority of long-haul and transfer traffic, especially for full-service carriers like Qatar Airways and many global partners. Low-cost and regional flights can also be found, often at competitive rates compared with some nearby gateways. The airport lies about 20–25 km southeast of downtown Doha; the quickest rail or taxi ride can take roughly 20–30 minutes depending on traffic, while buses may take 40–60 minutes with lower fares. Pros include streamlined transfer facilities, ample lounges and shopping; cons can be longer walks between gates and occasional peak-hour congestion.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey’s main international gateway and a large hub for full-service carriers, especially Turkish Airlines; it typically handles long-haul and transfer traffic and can be pricier on peak routes. Located about 40–50 km northwest of the historic center, journeys to Taksim or Sultanahmet usually take 40–60 minutes by taxi (fares vary with traffic) or around 35–60 minutes by metro plus transfer, with airport shuttle buses offering lower-cost options in roughly 60–90 minutes. The airport’s modern terminals and extensive amenities make it comfortable for transfers, though longer transit times and distance from central neighborhoods can be a drawback for short stays. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) functions more as Istanbul’s budget and secondary international airport, commonly used by low-cost carriers and some regional airlines and often yielding cheaper fares on point-to-point routes. It sits on the city’s Asian side, approximately 35–45 km from central European-side areas; travelers can reach Kadıköy or Pendik in about 30–50 minutes by taxi or 45–75 minutes via Havatas shuttles and commuter rail connections, generally at lower cost than private transfers. SAW is convenient for eastern and Asian-side destinations and budget-conscious flyers, but it may involve longer transfers to European-side attractions and fewer long-haul connections.

In different months, ticket prices from Istanbul to Doha vary: minimum — $20 (November 2025), maximum — $211 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $87–$105.