Hamad International Airport (DOH) July 2025 Operational Report

Flight Activity Overview

Total Departing Flights: 10,967

Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: −1.39%

In July 2025, DOH handled 10,967 departing flights, a slight decline versus July 2024 as airlines optimized networks and schedules. The marginal dip aligns with seasonal demand shifts across long‑haul and regional markets. Despite this adjustment, Doha remains a high‑capacity Gulf hub with broad intercontinental reach.

On-Time Performance and Cancellations

Departure On-Time Performance: 77.55%

Year-over-Year Change in OTP: +6.04%

Cancelled Flights: 159

Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: +106.49%

Punctuality improved year over year, with more than three quarters of flights departing on schedule. By contrast, cancellations rose markedly, pointing to episodic operational constraints or route‑specific issues. For travelers, that means mostly reliable departures but a higher need to monitor flight status.

Airlines Serving DOH

Qatar Airways (QR) anchors operations with a dense global network across six continents, supplemented by selected regional and international carriers. The mix supports frequent connections between Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas, with ample widebody activity for enthusiasts.

Outlook

Heading into August, improved OTP but elevated cancellations create a mixed picture. Summer weather is typically stable in Doha, yet allowing extra buffer for connections remains wise. Travelers can reduce risk by choosing earlier departures and enabling alerts in their airline apps for real‑time updates.