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Qatar Airways Resumes Flights Now — Full Schedule for March 10–12

Kunal··Updated: Mar 10, 2026·7 min read
Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Hamad International Airport in Doha with passengers boarding during limited flight resumption in March 2026

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Quick Summary

  • Qatar Airways has received limited authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority to operate within designated air corridors
  • Scheduled departures from Doha are now confirmed for March 10 and 11, covering destinations across six continents
  • Pakistan joins Egypt, the UK, Saudi Arabia, the Philippines, India, Oman, Turkey, the UAE, Kenya, Spain, and others now connected under the provisional schedule
  • Full services will resume only after the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority officially declares airspace safe — passengers must hold a confirmed ticket before heading to the airport

Qatar Airways has reinstated limited flight operations out of Doha's Hamad International Airport as of March 10, 2026, following a temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority to fly within specific air corridors. The restart comes after Qatari airspace was closed by relevant authorities, grounding the airline's entire global network and stranding thousands of passengers. Pakistan has now joined a growing list of served destinations that includes Egypt, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, the Philippines, India, Oman, Turkey, the UAE, Kenya, and Spain, as the airline rolls out a carefully staged provisional schedule aimed at reuniting passengers with their families as quickly and safely as conditions allow.

The airline has made clear that these operations do not represent a full return to regular scheduled services. Qatar Airways is working in close coordination with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, and complete resumption of normal operations will follow only when the Authority formally announces that Qatari airspace is fully open and safe.

March 10 Departures: Doha to 16 Global Destinations

On March 10, Qatar Airways is operating outbound flights from Doha (DOH) to the following cities:

  • Cairo (CAI)
  • London Heathrow (LHR)
  • Jeddah (JED)
  • Manila (MNL)
  • Kochi (COK)
  • Muscat (MCT)
  • Istanbul (IST)
  • Mumbai (BOM)
  • Delhi (DEL)
  • Nairobi (NBO)
  • Islamabad (ISB)
  • Madrid (MAD)
  • Frankfurt (FRA)
  • Colombo (CMB)
  • Milan Malpensa (MXP)
  • Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO)

The breadth of this initial schedule reflects Qatar Airways' deliberate effort to prioritise high-demand routes across South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe — regions where passenger numbers stranded by the airspace closure are largest.

March 11 Departures: Expanding to North America, Asia-Pacific, and Australia

The provisional schedule expands further on March 11, with Doha departures scheduled to:

  • Cairo (CAI)
  • Toronto (YYZ)
  • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
  • London Heathrow (LHR)
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
  • Madrid (MAD)
  • Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
  • Delhi (DEL)
  • Jeddah (JED)
  • Muscat (MCT)
  • Hong Kong (HKG)
  • Seoul Incheon (ICN)
  • Bangkok (BKK)
  • Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
  • Melbourne (MEL)

The addition of Toronto, Dallas/Fort Worth, Hong Kong, Seoul, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Melbourne signals a significant widening of the airline's temporary operational footprint — with transatlantic, Northeast Asian, Southeast Asian, and Australasian routes all coming back online on the same day.

Arrivals Back into Doha: March 10, 11, and 12

Qatar Airways is not only sending aircraft outward — it is also receiving inbound flights at Doha across all three days, allowing the airline to reposition aircraft and crews for continued operations.

Arrivals on March 10 are scheduled from: Seoul (ICN), Moscow (SVO), London Heathrow (LHR), Delhi (DEL), Madrid (MAD), Islamabad (ISB), Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth (PER), Nairobi (NBO), and Istanbul (IST).

Arrivals on March 11 mirror the March 10 departure list — flights from Cairo, London Heathrow, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Istanbul, Mumbai, Delhi, Nairobi, Islamabad, Madrid, Frankfurt, Colombo, Milan, and Moscow will all land in Doha.

Arrivals on March 12 mirror the March 11 departure list — including Toronto, Dallas/Fort Worth, Paris, Rome, Hong Kong, Seoul, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Melbourne inbound to Doha.

This rolling structure means each day's outbound flight generates the next day's inbound aircraft position — a tightly sequenced provisional network designed to maximise connectivity within the constraints of the authorised corridors.

Key Facts at a Glance

  • Qatar Airways airspace closure was imposed by relevant authorities; the airline itself did not initiate the shutdown
  • TheQatar Civil Aviation Authority has granted only limited corridor authorisation — this is not a full airspace reopening
  • 16 destinations are served on March 10; the March 11 schedule adds routes to North America, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Australia
  • Inbound flights to Doha are scheduled across March 10, 11, and 12 to reposition aircraft and crews
  • Beijing Daxing (PKX) and Perth (PER) are among the March 10 arrival origins not yet featured on the outbound schedule
  • Qatar Airways states passenger and crew safety is its highest priority; it has apologised for the disruption and thanked passengers for their patience

What This Means for Travelers

The restart is real but conditional. Passengers whose original Qatar Airways flights were cancelled during the airspace closure should not assume they are automatically rebooked onto the provisional schedule.

Check before you go. Visit the Qatar Airways website or mobile app for real-time updates on specific flight status. Alternatively, contact a travel agent who can verify itinerary reinstatement.

Do not go to the airport without a confirmed ticket. Qatar Airways has explicitly stated that passengers should not arrive at Hamad International unless they hold a valid, confirmed booking for a specific flight on the provisional schedule.

Rebooking and itinerary changes should be managed through the airline's digital channels or via a travel agent. With demand running high across all resumed routes, direct contact through the app or website is faster than queuing at airport service desks.

Compensation and passenger rights for delays or cancellations caused by the airspace closure will depend on the circumstances and the applicable jurisdiction. Passengers are advised to document all disruption costs and contact Qatar Airways directly to understand their eligibility.

Looking Ahead

Qatar Airways has expressed that resuming full normal operations remains its goal, and it continues to work closely with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority toward that outcome. The timeline for full airspace reopening has not yet been confirmed — that announcement will come from the Authority, not the airline.

Until then, the provisional schedule represents the best available option for passengers needing to travel urgently. The expansion from 16 destinations on March 10 to 15 destinations on March 11 — including intercontinental routes to North America and Australasia — suggests the airline is ready to scale further once corridor authorisations are broadened.

Passengers are urged to monitor Qatar Airways' official channels closely over the coming 24 to 48 hours for updates to the schedule.


Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Qatar Airways suspend all flights? Qatar Airways suspended operations following the closure of Qatari airspace by relevant authorities — a decision made outside the airline's control. The airline did not choose to ground its network; it was required to halt operations in compliance with the airspace closure. Limited flights have now resumed under a temporary corridor authorisation issued by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.

Which destinations is Qatar Airways flying to from Doha right now? As of March 10, Qatar Airways is operating outbound flights to Cairo, London Heathrow, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Istanbul, Mumbai, Delhi, Nairobi, Islamabad, Madrid, Frankfurt, Colombo, Milan, and Moscow. On March 11, the schedule expands to include Toronto, Dallas/Fort Worth, Paris, Rome, Hong Kong, Seoul, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Melbourne.

Can I just show up at the airport and get on a Qatar Airways flight? No. Qatar Airways has specifically asked passengers not to come to Hamad International Airport unless they hold a valid, confirmed ticket for a specific flight on the provisional schedule. Arriving without a confirmed booking will not secure a seat and may result in a wasted journey to the airport.

When will Qatar Airways return to its full normal schedule? Full resumption of regular scheduled services will happen only after the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority officially announces that Qatari airspace is safe and fully open. No date has been confirmed for that announcement. Passengers should continue monitoring Qatar Airways' website and app for the latest updates.

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