Operations update - Qatari Airspace closure
08 March 2026Updated date: 8 March 2026 - 08:20 PM (UTC+03:00)
Qatar Airways Operates Limited Flight Schedule to and from Doha
Qatar Airways scheduled flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Qatar Airways will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe full reopening of Qatari airspace by the relevant authorities.
Following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming limited operating corridors, Qatar Airways intends to operate the following flight schedule in the coming days to support passengers who have been affected due to the current disruption, and in helping them reunite with family and friends as quickly and safely as possible.
Flights departing from Doha (DOH):
09-Mar: Seoul (ICN), Moscow (SVO), London (LHR), Delhi (DEL), Madrid (MAD), Islamabad (ISB), Beijing (PKX), Perth (PER), Nairobi (NBO), Istanbul (IST).
10-Mar: Cairo (CAI), London (LHR), Jeddah (JED), Manila (MNL), Cochin (COK), Muscat (MCT), Istanbul (IST), Mumbai (BOM), Delhi (DEL), Nairobi (NBO), Islamabad (ISB), Madrid (MAD), Frankfurt (FRA), Colombo (CMB), Milan (MXP).
Flights arriving to Doha (DOH):
10-Mar: Seoul (ICN), Moscow (SVO), London (LHR), Delhi (DEL), Madrid (MAD), Islamabad (ISB), Beijing (PKX), Perth (PER), Nairobi (NBO), Istanbul (IST).
11-Mar: Cairo (CAI), London (LHR), Jeddah (JED), Manila (MNL), Cochin (COK), Muscat (MCT), Istanbul (IST), Mumbai (BOM), Delhi (DEL), Nairobi (NBO), Islamabad (ISB), Madrid (MAD), Frankfurt (FRA), Colombo (CMB), Milan (MXP).
You can book your clients on these flights.These flights do not constitute a confirmation of resumption of scheduled commercial operations.
Passengers are kindly asked not to arrive at their departure airport unless they hold a valid confirmed ticket for travel.
We are working around the clock to organise additional relief flights where operationally possible and will share further updates as soon as they are confirmed.
Please ensure that your clients contact information is up to date so we can reach them whenever necessary.
A further update will be provided on 9 March 2026.
The safety and wellbeing of our passengers and crew remain our highest priority. We sincerely apologise for the disruption caused by circumstances beyond our control and thank you for your patience and understanding.
As a continuining measure, please be reminded that if you have a confirmed booking with a travel date between 28 February and 22 March 2026, you are eligible for:
Complimentary date changes of up to 14 days from the original travel date, or Refund of the unused value of your ticket.
| Passenger Guidelines for Travel Agents: Travel agents are advised to refer to the Passenger Guidelines – Qatari Airspace Closure (COMMQ157) for detailed guidance on passenger handling, including rebooking, refunds, ticket validity, and applicable waivers for customers impacted by the airspace closure.. |
NDC Bookings – Change, Refund & Cancellation
The process to manage NDC bookings impacted by schedule change or disruption, depends on the servicing requirement and NDC platform.
Refunds:
- Please process via the Trade Portal Self-Service Form
Change:
- Amadeus (Sell Connect and/or Travel API), Travelport (Smartpoint) or Verteil: Please manage directly on your NDC platform where changes can be made for free (provided that it's within the commercial policy)
- All other GDS / aggregators: Please contact the QR B2B Customer Contact Centre
View the detailed process flow (PDF) for step‑by‑step guidance.