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The best long-haul destinations for students

Traveling as a student doesn’t have to be expensive. It gets even easier when savings start before you even land, especially if you fly with Qatar Airways Student Club, which offers perks like discounted fares, extra baggage, flexible booking, and more.

And once your trip begins, the savings don’t stop there. Discover six destinations that deliver unbeatable value through free attractions, student discounts, and low daily costs, making them perfect for young travelers seeking culture, nature, or big‑city energy - all this on a budget.

In this guide, you’ll discover why each of them is perfect for young travelers looking for adventure, culture, and affordability around the world. 

Our top destinations for students

Japan

Japan

Japan has many free cultural sites and generous student discounts on many attractions with up 40% off some museums, affordable meals, and budget capsule hotels.

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

From free attractions and student rates at museums like Louvre Abu Dhabi, to Dubai Metro Student Cards, the UAE offers great value for students.

Indonesia

Indonesia

Indonesia is student‑friendly thanks to its budget hostels, inexpensive local food, affordable watersports, and discounted fares on intercity buses and ferries.

Our top destinations for students

Japan

Japan

Japan has many free cultural sites and generous student discounts on many attractions with up 40% off some museums, affordable meals, and budget capsule hotels.

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

From free attractions and student rates at museums like Louvre Abu Dhabi, to Dubai Metro Student Cards, the UAE offers great value for students.

Indonesia

Indonesia

Indonesia is student‑friendly thanks to its budget hostels, inexpensive local food, affordable watersports, and discounted fares on intercity buses and ferries.

Our top destinations for students

Japan

Japan

Japan has many free cultural sites and generous student discounts on many attractions with up 40% off some museums, affordable meals, and budget capsule hotels.

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

From free attractions and student rates at museums like Louvre Abu Dhabi, to Dubai Metro Student Cards, the UAE offers great value for students.

Indonesia

Indonesia

Indonesia is student‑friendly thanks to its budget hostels, inexpensive local food, affordable watersports, and discounted fares on intercity buses and ferries.

Our top destinations for students

Japan

Japan

Japan has many free cultural sites and generous student discounts on many attractions with up 40% off some museums, affordable meals, and budget capsule hotels.

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

From free attractions and student rates at museums like Louvre Abu Dhabi, to Dubai Metro Student Cards, the UAE offers great value for students.

Indonesia

Indonesia

Indonesia is student‑friendly thanks to its budget hostels, inexpensive local food, affordable watersports, and discounted fares on intercity buses and ferries.

South Korea

South Korea

South Korea has useful youth perks like the Youth Transit Card for metro discounts, cheap accommodation, and student rates at palaces, theme parks, and museums.

South Africa

South Africa

With free beaches and hikes, low‑cost hostels and meals, and student discounts at major museums and national parks, Cape Town is a popular choice for students.

Thailand

Thailand

Thailand is an amazing destination for students, due to its free temples, hostels from $5, handy student discounts, and plenty of low‑cost activities.

South Korea

South Korea

South Korea has useful youth perks like the Youth Transit Card for metro discounts, cheap accommodation, and student rates at palaces, theme parks, and museums.

South Africa

South Africa

With free beaches and hikes, low‑cost hostels and meals, and student discounts at major museums and national parks, Cape Town is a popular choice for students.

Thailand

Thailand

Thailand is an amazing destination for students, due to its free temples, hostels from $5, handy student discounts, and plenty of low‑cost activities.

South Korea

South Korea

South Korea has useful youth perks like the Youth Transit Card for metro discounts, cheap accommodation, and student rates at palaces, theme parks, and museums.

South Africa

South Africa

With free beaches and hikes, low‑cost hostels and meals, and student discounts at major museums and national parks, Cape Town is a popular choice for students.

Thailand

Thailand

Thailand is an amazing destination for students, due to its free temples, hostels from $5, handy student discounts, and plenty of low‑cost activities.

South Korea

South Korea

South Korea has useful youth perks like the Youth Transit Card for metro discounts, cheap accommodation, and student rates at palaces, theme parks, and museums.

South Africa

South Africa

With free beaches and hikes, low‑cost hostels and meals, and student discounts at major museums and national parks, Cape Town is a popular choice for students.

Thailand

Thailand

Thailand is an amazing destination for students, due to its free temples, hostels from $5, handy student discounts, and plenty of low‑cost activities.

Underrated option for students: the stopover

Doing a stopover is a great idea for students as it replaces an airpoirt transit with a mini-holiday. Qatar Airways offers amazing stopover packages, with hotel deals starting at $14 per night in 4‑star or 5‑star hotels.

A stopover is budget‑friendly, breaks up long flights, and lets you explore Doha and its numerous free attractions without raising your travel costs, before reaching your final destination.

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Visit Doha as a student

You can enjoy many free activities in Qatar, from exploring Souq Waqif and walking the Doha Corniche, to discovering Katara Cultural Village, the colourful Mina District, and more.

You can even catch desert vibes through group excursions at a reduced fare. And if you're a visiting student, the Waffir app gives access to exclusive student discounts - even if you don’t study in Qatar, as long as you show valid student ID

Book your stopover
Flight benefits you can enjoy as a student

Our Student Club is here for you as you travel for your studies, return to school, or visit friends and family during the holidays.

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Savings with every booking
Get 10% off when you join, 15% off after your first journey, and 20% off after your second & third trips.
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Enhanced flexibility
Enjoy booking options including two complimentary date changes for yourself & your Student Companions.
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Extra baggage allowance
Take more with you on each trip. Carry an additional 10kg or one more piece depending on your route.
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Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
Book on qatarairways.com or our mobile app to stay connected throughout your journeys with us.
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Companion Pass
Share your benefits when pre-selecting family members or inviting friends to be Student Companions.
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Tier upgrade
Fly at least once a year as a Student Club member & fast-track your Privilege Club tier when graduating.