Qatar Airways Expands European Network with Resumption of Lisbon Flights
- The award-winning airline marks the return of year-round direct flights to Lisbon, with six weekly flights added to the airline’s summer schedule
- The new route offers passengers a greater range of travel choices with seamless connectivity to more than 170 destinations worldwide, including 47 destinations in Europe
(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways announces the resumption of non-stop flights between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), marking a significant addition to its European network. With six weekly flights during summer 2024, Qatar Airways addresses the high seasonal demand for travel to Lisbon, offering passengers seamless connectivity to over 170 destinations worldwide, including 47 European cities. Mr. Thierry Antinori, Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, highlights the airline’s commitment to enhancing global connectivity and accessibility, reinforcing its position as a leader in international travel. Lisbon, renowned for its scenic beauty, vibrant cities, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, serves as an ideal gateway for travelers exploring Portugal’s rich tourism and cultural offerings. The resumed route not only strengthens Qatar Airways’ European presence but also opens up new travel possibilities between Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Indian subcontinent. For flight bookings, Privilege Club benefits, and Qatar Stopover program details, visit www.qatarairways.com and the Qatar Airways app.
(PRESS RELEASE) Doha, Qatar, 2024-Jun-7 — /Travel PR News/ — In a significant move to enhance its European network, Qatar Airways has announced the resumption of its year-round direct flights to Lisbon, Portugal. The airline, renowned for its exceptional service, will be operating six weekly flights to Lisbon, seamlessly connecting passengers to over 170 destinations globally, including 47 destinations within Europe.
The revival of the non-stop flights between Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha and Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) comes as a response to the heightened seasonal demand for travel to Lisbon. This strategic decision underlines Qatar Airways’ commitment to facilitating global connectivity and making international travel more accessible.
Commenting on the resumption of the Lisbon route, Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Thierry Antinori, expressed excitement, stating, “As we continue our network expansion in the European market, we are thrilled to welcome back Lisbon to our global network of more than 170 destinations. This addition reaffirms the airline’s dedication to connecting people and places, making international travel more accessible and convenient across our global network.”
Lisbon, with its picturesque beaches, vibrant cities, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, presents an enticing destination for travelers seeking diverse cultural experiences. Qatar Airways’ resumed service to Lisbon not only strengthens its European presence but also provides a gateway for travelers from Europe to explore destinations in the Middle East, Africa, and the Indian subcontinent, including popular destinations such as Bali, Bangkok, Delhi, Denpasar, Kathmandu, and Male.
For travelers interested in booking flights, accessing Privilege Club benefits, or exploring the Qatar Stopover program, detailed information is available on Qatar Airways’ official website www.qatarairways.com and the Qatar Airways app.
About Qatar Airways
A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways won the ‘World’s Best Business Class’ for the tenth time at the 2023 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. The airline continues to be synonymous with excellence, also taking home, ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Lounge’ and ‘World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining’ at the prestigious awards held during the 2023 Paris Air Show. Qatar Airways is an unprecedented seven-time winner of the ‘World’s Best Airline’ voted by Skytrax (2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022). As leaders in industry innovation and digital adoption, Qatar Airways was recently voted the ‘World’s Best Airline Website’ by World Travel Tech Awards.
Qatar Airways was the first Airline in the Middle East to be certified to the highest level of IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) programme, based on recognised environmental management system principles (such as ISO 14001). As an inaugural signatory to the Buckingham Palace Declaration in March 2016, Qatar Airways became the first airline globally to be certified to the industry standard for the prevention of illegal wildlife trafficking in aviation.
Qatar Airways currently flies to nearly 170 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, the ‘World’s Best Airport’, as voted by Skytrax in 2021, 2022, and 2024. In 2024, Hamad International Airport also received the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ accolade for 10 consecutive years, as well as ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ for the second year in a row.
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Source: Qatar Airways
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