Doha (DOH) to Istanbul (IST)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
✈️ 1,712
miles
2,756
kilometers
1,488
nautical miles
🕐 3h 46m
Flight Time
🧭 NW (316°)
Direction
🌍 0h
Time Difference
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 1,712 | 2,739 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 1,712 | 2,739 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 1,712 | 2,568 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 1,712 | 2,568 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 1,712 | 3,424 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 1,712 | 2,568 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flying saves serious time on this route! Driving from Doha to Istanbul would take approximately 4 days compared to just 3h 46m by air.
✈️ Flight Details
The DOH to IST route connects Doha, Qatar with Istanbul, Turkey. This long-haul flight covers 1,712 miles and typically uses narrow-body aircraft like Boeing 737 or Airbus A320.
This international flight crosses from Qatar to Turkey. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 316° from Doha.
🛫 About DOH
Hamad International Airport
Hamad International Airport (DOH) serves Doha, Qatar.
🛬 About IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST) serves Istanbul, Turkey.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
The flight distance from Hamad International Airport to Istanbul Airport is 1,712 miles (2,756 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from DOH to IST typically take around 3h 46m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 1,712 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.