Through Q3 of 2023, Hamad International Airport (DOH) reported a significant 26.84% increase in passenger traffic over the same period last year. This achievement builds upon a display of consistent growth, with a 44.5% increase in Q1 and a 24% increase in Q2.

A total of 12,706,475 passengers passed through Hamad International Airport during Q3 - 4,305,391 passengers in July, 4,398,427 passengers in August and 4,002,657 passengers in September.

During this time period, the airport reported 67,285 aircraft movements, an increase of 24.48% over the previous year. It had 22,598 aircraft movements in the month of July, 22,909 in August and 21,778 in September.

Hamad International Airport's cargo operations also increased by 3.38% in the third quarter, resulting in 590,725 tons of cargo. These numbers underscore the airport's significance in the global logistics chain. In July, 194,268 tons of cargo were handled, 195,773 tons in August, and 200,683 tons in September.

Heathrow, Bangkok, Colombo, Cairo, and Manila were among the busiest destinations contributing to Hamad International Airport's success in this quarter. The airport also experienced substantial growth in destinations, including Guangzhou and Hangzhou in China, Al Qassem in Saudi Arabia, Gatwick in the United Kingdom and Denpasar Bali in Indonesia.

Qatar's airport's commitment to expansion is evident in the introduction of new destinations and the resumption of previous routes. Lyon and Toulouse in France are the latest additions to the facility’s extensive list of connections. Additionally, flights to Birmingham, Chengdu and Chongqing have been resumed. The airport also maintained successful airline partnerships in Q3, with a total of 38 airlines operating. This further enhances Hamad International Airport’s global reach and cements its position as a leader in the aviation industry. Qatar's airport remains one of the most vital bridges connecting the Middle East to the rest of the world.