Qatar Airways now flies to Miami

MANILA, Philippines - Qatar Airways’ maiden voyage to Miami International Airport (MIA) touched down recently, commencing service to the airline’s sixth US gateway.

The service marked its 142nd destination worldwide from the central hub in Doha, Qatar.

With this new route, Qatar Airways is the first and only airline to offer non-stop service between the Middle East and Miami, Florida.

The launch continues a major expansion by the airline into the United States. Non-stop service to Philadelphia International Airport began in April, and the airline will commence flights to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in July.

The airline’s chief executive officer was on board the maiden flight and led a delegation, including the director of Miami Airport, Emilio Gonzalez; the vice chairman of the Greater Miami Visitors and Convention Bureau, Bruce Orosz; senior officials from the airline; and a group of international media travelling on the first flight.

“Miami is an essential destination in our expanding global network,” said Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker. “Our aim is to bring the world closer together through a five-star unparalleled aviation experience, and we are particularly pleased that for the first time, Florida is being served from the Middle East market.”

With Doha’s centralized location, travelers from Miami can reach cities such as Bangkok, Nairobi, Colombo, and Mumbai in an impressive 20 hours or less through a quick transfer in Doha.

The airline recently moved its entire operations to the State of Qatar’s new airport – Hamad International Airport, an architectural marvel – 60 percent of which is built on reclaimed land.

 â€œAt Qatar Airways, we take great pride in connecting with the communities we serve, both in the air and on the ground,” added Baker.