Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Al Wakra travel guide

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You're Going to Love Al Wakra

With a population of 26,436, Al Wakra is the largest city in Al Wakrah, Qatar by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Al Wakra has to offer.

When to visit Al Wakra

Al Wakra in July
Estimated hotel price
£48
1 night at 3-star hotel
Al Wakra in July
Estimated hotel price
£48
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Al Wakra

Plane

When flying to Al Wakra, you’ll arrive at Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Al Wakra include American Airlines, British Airways and KM Malta Airlines. The shortest flight to Al Wakra from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Al Wakra is to pick up a car hire from Doha, which is about 9 miles from Al Wakra. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Safety Rent A Car, among others, in Doha.

Plane

When flying to Al Wakra, you’ll arrive at Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Al Wakra include American Airlines, British Airways and KM Malta Airlines. The shortest flight to Al Wakra from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Al Wakra is to pick up a car hire from Doha, which is about 9 miles from Al Wakra. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Safety Rent A Car, among others, in Doha.

Airports near Al Wakra

DOHDoha Hamad Intl

Airlines serving Al Wakra

British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,966 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (621 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
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Where to stay in Al Wakra

Average rates range from around £43 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £74 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Al Wakra

Most booked hotels in Al Wakra

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Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar By Tivoli
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£270+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Plaza Inn Doha
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£38+
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The Town Hotel Doha
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
£29+
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Hiring a car in Al Wakra

Expect to pay £0.44 per litre in Al Wakra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £5.20 and £6.93.

Expect to pay £0.44 per litre in Al Wakra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £5.20 and £6.93.

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