Doha airport celebrates milestones
HAMAD International Airport, Doha, stands at the pinnacle of success, capping off 2023 with outstanding accomplishments and new milestones.
The award-winning airport surpassed all expectations by serving an unprecedented 45 916 104 passengers, reflecting a remarkable
31% increase compared to 2022. Passenger volumes continued to climb in 2023, surpassing even the momentum established during the historic Fifa World Cup.
Since its inception in 2014, the airport dubbed the “Beating Heart of Qatar” has consistently demonstrated robust growth, now proudly tallying a cumulative passenger count of close to 303 million and demonstrating a 63% increase in annual passenger volume since the start of its operations.
The airport has been ranked among the World's Busiest Airports of 2023 by OAG'S Global Airline Schedules Data. The airport reported 252 059 aircraft movements over the past year, a 22% increase compared to the previous year. It has also witnessed growth in cargo operations amounting to a total of 2 340 711 tons of cargo. The airport served 52 airlines in 2023.
Qatar Airways (QA) Group CEO, Badr Mohammed almeer, said records weren’t just numbers – they drove the company to excel beyond
expectation.
He said: “Hamad International Airport’s achievements are a reflection of our unwavering commitment to service excellence. We spearhead the industry, as we consistently elevate the travel experience to new heights.
“We’re not simply moving people, we’re shaping the future of travel. The airport’s record-breaking year is a testament to the aviation industry’s unmatched agility and unwavering spirit.
“There is no finish line in the pursuit of offering exceptional travel experience. It is our goal to continuously refine journeys in 2024, with seamless connections, innovative services, and facilities that evolve to match the ever-growing expectations of our discerning passengers.”
The airline also revealed its 2024 Network Expansion, featuring a summer schedule aimed at enhancing passenger connectivity to Europe’s cities.
The award-winning airline has expanded to Hamburg and has returned to Venice, further broadening its global network for travellers. The airport has also strengthened its global network by welcoming esteemed airlines such as Vistara, Air Iberia, Xiamen and others in 2023.
It said these collaborations contributed to the rich tapestry of destinations available to passengers, marking another chapter in the facility’s journey as a global aviation leader. Having served 255 destinations in 2023, including passenger, cargo, and chartered flight destinations, Hamad International Airport continues to expand its reach and enhance connectivity.
The facility's commitment to excellence has earned recognition as the second most connected airport in the Middle East, according to the Airports Council International Index.
Beyond this accolade, the airport has been acknowledged through awards, accolades and certifications. In 2023 alone, the airport secured titles, including being named the World’s Second-best Airport, World’s Best Airport Shopping, Best Airport in the Middle East for the ninth consecutive year, and the Cleanest Airport in the Middle East, by the Skytrax World Airport Awards. Hamad International Airport received the Best Airport in the Middle East for the seventh year.