Doha to Beirut
2h 41m The flight from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) covers 1,823 km (1,133 miles) and takes approximately 2h 41m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north-west on an initial great-circle bearing of 305°, passing near 29.8° N, 43.9° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 3h 19m | 3h 44m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 20m | 2h 45m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 2h 02m | 2h 27m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 09m | 2h 34m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| DOH | BEY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Hamad International Airport | Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport |
| City | Doha | Beirut |
| Country | Qatar | Lebanon |
| ICAO | OTHH | OLBA |
| Coordinates | 25.2731, 51.6081 | 33.8198, 35.4874 |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 87 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Doha to Beirut?
A non-stop flight from Doha (DOH) to Beirut (BEY) takes about 2h 41m. The great-circle distance is 1,823 km (1,133 miles, 984 nautical miles), flying north-west on an initial bearing of 305°.
How far is Doha from Beirut?
1,823 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,133 miles or 984 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between DOH and BEY?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,823 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.