Doha’s Hamad International Airport (DOH) achieved significant milestones in 2024, serving 52.7mn passengers, a 15% increase compared to the previous year.
The airport continues to strengthen its role as a key global hub for airlines and passengers. Aircraft movements also rose to 279,000, marking an 10% year-on-year increase, while a total of 2.6mn tonnes of cargo handled, a rise of 12% compared to the previous year. Additionally, the airport managed 41.3mn bags, reflecting a 10% increase in baggage handling efficiency.
According to the Airport Council International’s ACI Airport Industry Connectivity Report 2024, Hamad International Airport was the highest-ranked airport in the Middle East for connectivity, providing passengers some of the best connection options through its award-winning facilities, according to a press release.
Expansion
In 2024, Hamad International Airport welcomed over 4mn travellers every month, reflecting its capacity to manage high volumes efficiently. Local passenger traffic grew by 16%, for the first time faster than transfer traffic.
The airport expanded its global network in 2024 to 197 destinations, with 55 total airlines operating from Hamad International Airport, including new airline partners like China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Japan Airlines, Garuda Indonesia and Akasa Air. Its hub carrier Qatar Airways added numerous destinations to its network including Osaka, Hamburg, Lisbon and Toronto.
“These results highlight our operational efficiency, consistent pursuit of innovation, and unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional passenger experience, which has once again earned us the Skytrax World’s Best Airport Award in 2024,” stated Hamad Ali Al-Khater, Chief Operating Officer, Hamad International Airport.
