A stopover in Doha no longer has to mean simply waiting for the next flight. For Formula 1 fans, it could become the beginning of an exciting race weekend. Qatar Airways Holidays has introduced new Qatar Stopover packages that allow eligible travellers to combine their journey through Doha with three days of Formula 1 action at the FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026.

The new offering brings together flights, hotel accommodation and a three-day Formula 1 ticket, giving travellers an easier way to turn a transit through Hamad International Airport into a full Grand Prix experience. The Qatar Grand Prix will take place from November 27 to 29, 2026, at the Lusail International Circuit.

When a stopover becomes the highlight

For many international travellers, Doha is already an important connecting point between destinations. Qatar Airways is now giving passengers another reason to stay a little longer. Instead of spending a few hours at the airport before continuing their journey, eligible travellers can build a Formula 1 weekend into their trip.

The new packages include a three-day T16 Grandstand ticket for the Qatar Grand Prix. This means fans can experience the entire race weekend, including the practice sessions, qualifying and the main race, rather than attending only the final event on Sunday.

The T16 Grandstand is located around the final sector of the Lusail International Circuit, offering spectators views of the closing section of the track as the cars complete each lap. For Formula 1 enthusiasts, it provides an opportunity to experience the speed, sound and atmosphere of a Grand Prix from the circuit itself.

Four ways to experience Doha

The new Formula 1-inclusive stopover packages are available across four Qatar Stopover categories, Standard, Premium, Luxury and Premium Beach. This gives travellers the flexibility to choose an experience that matches their budget and travel style.

The Standard option is suited to travellers looking for a comfortable stay, while the Premium and Luxury categories offer progressively higher levels of accommodation. For those who would rather combine their race weekend with some time by the sea, the Premium Beach option offers access to beach properties and resorts.

The choice is therefore not only about where fans watch the race, but also about how they want to experience Doha around it.

More than a race weekend

The appeal of the package goes beyond the Formula 1 circuit. Qatar Stopover already allows travellers to explore Doha, and the new offering gives fans the opportunity to combine their passion for racing with a short holiday.

Travellers can add experiences such as city tours, beach club visits and other activities across Qatar. That could mean spending the morning discovering Doha's cultural attractions, enjoying its restaurants and hospitality, and then heading towards Lusail for the excitement of the race weekend.

For international visitors, this creates a different kind of travel experience. The journey is no longer simply about flying through Doha to reach another destination. The stopover itself becomes part of the holiday.

Flexibility for travellers

Another useful feature of the Qatar Stopover programme is its flexible 24-hour hotel check-in and check-out facility. For passengers arriving in Doha at different times of the day, this can make a short stopover easier to manage.

To access the Formula 1-inclusive package, travellers need to search for dates between November 27 and 29, 2026. Once they select their flights and preferred hotel, the three-day T16 Grandstand ticket can be included in the package, subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.

The Formula 1 ticket will be issued closer to the event, and travellers should check their booking confirmation for the exact package inclusions. Hospitality services, food, pit-lane access and other restricted-area experiences are not automatically included unless specifically mentioned in the booking.

A little more for frequent flyers

There is also something for Qatar Airways Privilege Club members. Eligible bookings allow members to earn Avios and Qpoints, while qualifying packages can also be booked using Cash + Avios. For frequent travellers, this adds another advantage to combining a flight, hotel and race experience into one booking. The exact earning and redemption benefits will depend on the package and the terms applicable to the booking.

Bringing travel and Formula 1 together

Qatar Airways has been closely associated with Formula 1 as the sport's Global Partner and Official Airline, and the new stopover offering builds on its existing Formula 1 travel packages.

The airline already offers dedicated Formula 1 fan packages that combine flights, hotels and race tickets. The new Qatar Stopover option adds another layer by bringing the race experience into the airline's wider stopover programme.

That distinction is important. Travellers do not necessarily have to plan an entire trip around Formula 1. They can simply add the Grand Prix to a journey that already takes them through Doha.

Doha, with a side of Formula 1

There is something appealing about the idea of turning an ordinary airport connection into an unexpected adventure. A few hours between flights can become several days of racing, food, culture, beaches and exploration.

For Formula 1 fans travelling through Doha, the new packages offer precisely that possibility. The excitement begins at Lusail International Circuit, but the experience does not have to end there. Between race sessions, visitors can explore Doha's museums, restaurants, beaches, shopping destinations and cultural attractions.

The result is a travel experience that brings together two very different kinds of excitement: the high-speed world of Formula 1 and the slower pleasure of discovering a new destination.

Making the journey part of the experience

The Qatar Grand Prix is expected to attract fans from around the world, and for many international travellers, getting to the race is part of the adventure. Qatar Airways is now making it possible to build that adventure directly into the journey.

For travellers passing through Hamad International Airport, Doha can become more than a connecting point. It can become the destination for a few memorable days.

With flights, accommodation and three days of Grand Prix access brought together under one stopover package, Qatar Airways Holidays is giving Formula 1 fans a simple proposition, don’t just pass through Doha, stay, explore and experience the race.

The FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026 will take place in Doha from November 27–29, 2026. The new Qatar Stopover packages include a three-day T16 Grandstand ticket, hotel accommodation and the option to add additional Doha experiences. Packages are available in Standard, Premium, Luxury and Premium Beach categories, subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.