Book flights from Colombo to Doha with Qatar Airways

Bandaranaike International Airport is the largest airport in Sri Lanka and serves Colombo, the country’s capital. This modern, efficient airport is named after former Prime Minister SWRD Bandaranaike, and is one of the busiest air travel hubs in South Asia.

Passengers flying from Colombo with Qatar Airways will experience a fast, friendly and efficient service, with the emphasis placed firmly on the passenger experience. As is traditional in Sri Lankan culture, courtesy and respect are paramount, and the friendly staff go out of their way to make your departure a smooth and pleasant one.

Transportation and parking

Airport shuttles run from most hotels in the city centre to the main bus terminal 500m from the Terminal building itself, but it is advisable to check in advance on availability. If you have a large amount of luggage then it is probably wiser to take a taxi.

Air conditioned cabs are often more expensive than non-air conditioned vehicles, which can be an issue in the summer heat. There are two parking areas available for short and long-term stays.

The terminal car park has space for 400 vehicles on short-term stays, while the remote car park, about 300m from the terminal is for long-term parking.

Arriving in Colombo

Passengers flying from Colombo with Qatar Airways depart from Terminal 1. Currently, this terminal is used for all international flights until the opening of Terminal 2 in 2017.  The terminal can get very busy, especially at peak travel times, so it is advisable to arrive at least two hours in advance.

Facilities and amenities

Facilities are good if a little limited, although business users are surprisingly well catered for. A business centre is located in the transit hall on the ground floor, providing international direct dialling, fax and photocopying services.

There are also four business and first-class lounges, although Wi-Fi access is limited. Vendors serving local and international cuisine are located in the Departures area and the transit lounge, and a selection of snack bars offer light refreshments and drinks.

Retail outlets provide a choice of good quality goods and accessories.

With regular scheduled flights from Colombo to Doha with Qatar Airways, passengers have access to a full range of luxuries and comforts to help make their flight a most pleasant experience. These include ample personal seating space and an excellent selection of award-winning services to choose from. With delicious cuisine, you’ll arrive in Qatar’s stunning capital feeling refreshed and all set for business or pleasure.

Doha’s ever-changing cityscape of futuristic towers and statement architectural wonders is testament to its rapid pace of growth in recent years. It is a cosmopolitan city with a mixed and varied ethnicity, where glamorous shopping malls and top restaurants serve up an exquisite range of international and Arabic cuisine. Doha is an exquisite jewel of a city located on the Persian Gulf, and you’ll find a world of wonders flying here with Qatar Airways.

Book a flight to Doha with Qatar Airways and you’ll be flying into the home of our airline, and the home of international travel.

This remarkable city is also developing at an incredible pace, becoming one of the fastest-growing cities in the Gulf region.

Home to the Educational City, museums, cultural attractions and much more, Doha is a surprising destination that is full of interesting sights and activities.

Dominated by its crescent-shaped bay, Doha was originally a collection of fishing and pearl-diving villages. Today, its skyline rivals that of any international destination worldwide. A flight to Doha with Qatar Airways gives you a chance to discover this fascinating city for yourself.

Tourist attractions

Doha has a wonderful selection of museums, including the Msheireb Enrichment Centre. This is a barge docked at the Doha Corniche, close to one of the city's oldest landmarks, the Sheraton Hotel. It holds exhibits that chart the country’s historic background as well as its continuing plans for the future.

The Mathaf Arab Museum of Modern Art has recently opened and is home to a collection of modern art from across the Arab world.

The Al Koot Fort was built in 1880, and is a popular photographic stop for tourists visiting Souq Waqif – a charming traditional market and the social heart of the city.  The Clock Tower is next to the Grand Mosque, and because of its hilltop position it offers panoramic views of Doha and the Corniche.

Doha Heritage Village is located along the Corniche in Al Rumeilia Park, and is based on a traditional Qatari village.

Travel considerations

Flights to Doha with Qatar Airways land at Doha International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure.

Before you fly to Doha please check the visa and passport requirements.