"Doha's Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Qatar consistently ranks among the world's top airports and is a growing favorite among passengers. It's not a bad place to be stuck at during a layover or flight delay, with plenty to see, eat, and do-from the lush 6,500-square-foot "Orchard" indoor tropical garden and world-class contemporary art collection, to a growing menu of regional dishes and delicacies."
"In 2025 more than 56 million passengers passed through this architectural marvel with Qatar Airways or with the ever expanding list of regional and international carriers that now fly in and out of Doha. Driving this growth is the recent opening of two new concourses-D and E-adding an impressive 55,000 square feet (an increase of 20%) to the floor space."
"If you are fortunate to be traveling premium class on Qatar Airways, the award-winning lounges should be your first port of call. Al Safwa Lounge, reserved for first class passengers, is the pinnacle; the entrance to the hushed cavernous space is by a discrete elevator. This gets you to the spacious restaurant-style dining room where you can order Champagne and poached lobster, maki rolls from the sushi bar, and eggs Benedict for breakfast."
Hamad International Airport in Doha consistently ranks among the world’s top airports and handled more than 56 million passengers in 2025. Two new concourses, D and E, added 55,000 square feet (a 20% increase), expanding retail and dining options to more than 60 venues. The single, easily navigable terminal includes an indoor train to reach distant gates, though concourses D and E are a long walk from the central security area. Amenities include a 6,500-square-foot 'Orchard' indoor tropical garden, a world-class contemporary art collection, and award-winning lounges: Al Safwa for first class and Al Mourjan South for business class.
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