PASSENGER COMPLEX

As the main international gateway for the millions of

domestic, tourist and business travellers arriving in

Doha, the New Doha International Airport’s (NDIA)

Passenger terminal will play an important role in

conveying the hospitality, efficiency, convenience and

qualities and aspirations of Qatar.

Stunning, state-of-the-art exterior

The design of the roof structure alone is enough to

ensure that NDIA stays in the mind of the international

traveller as a landmark structure in the world of

aviation. Reflecting the terminal’s ocean-side setting,

the roof will be wave-like in structure. The transparent

façade of the terminal beneath, further emphasises its

curves, like a gentle wave alongside the Arabian Gulf.

Welcoming, spacious interior

Inside the terminal, the design focus has been on the

creation of a spacious, but efficient and convenient

airport experience. The result in a multi-level building

with arched columns, skylights and highlighted finishes

that enhance the feeling of space. The concourses

will be comfortable, attractive and spacious – a

welcome change for waiting passengers.

Optimum passenger convenience

The passenger terminal is designed so that all

passenger transfers can occur under one roof. With

short walking distances between gates, and shorter

connection times between flights, passenger waiting

and walking times are minimised, all helping to ensure

an effortless passenger experience within the facility.

In addition to this, passenger processing will be

managed to ensure quick passenger processing, safely

and securely.

Central passenger amenities

An extensive central area has been designed for duty

free, other retail, food and beverage, amenities and

airline lounges. All departing passengers will walk

through this area. The terminal will also have a 100-

room transit hotel with health and entertainment

facilities, making waiting for flights a more pleasurable

experience.

Lush, green setting

Significant thought has also been given to the exterior

of the facility. Featuring a beautiful manmade lagoon

and strategic landscaping, the intent has been to

create a lush green space to compliment the airports

natural bay and water-side setting. Such features as a

bamboo forest will provide welcome shade for

travellers.

‘Like a gentle wave, gleaming in the sunshine, alongside the glittering Arabian Gulf’