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Welcome to the Race Ready for the Qatar F1 Grand Prix, taking place at the Lusail International Circuit, from 27-29 November 2026.
We’re here to ensure you have all the information available at your fingertips to enable you to get the most out of your live motorsport experience.
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Qatar F1 weekend schedule
The schedule for the 2026 Grand Prix has not yet been released. Below is the schedule from the 2025 race weekend to give you an idea of when sessions tend to take place.
FRIDAY 28 NOVEMBER
| LOCAL TIME (GMT+4) | UK TIME (GMT+1) | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 | 09:50 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 14:05 | 11:05 | FORMULA 2 | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 16:30 | 13:30 | FORMULA 1 | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION |
| 18:00 | 15:00 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION |
| 19:10 | 16:10 | FORMULA 2 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 20:30 | 17:30 | FORMULA 1 | SPRINT QUALIFYING |
SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER
| LOCAL TIME (GMT+4) | UK TIME (GMT+1) | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15:20 | 12:20 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 17:00 | 14:00 | FORMULA 1 | SPRINT RACE |
| 19:20 | 16:20 | FORMULA 2 | SPRINT RACE |
| 21:00 | 18:00 | FORMULA 1 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 22:45 | 10:45 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | FIRST RACE |
SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER
| LOCAL TIME (GMT+4) | UK TIME (GMT+1) | SERIES | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13:45 | 10:45 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | SECOND RACE |
| 15:00 | 12:00 | FORMULA 2 | FEATURE RACE |
| 19:00 | 16:00 | FORMULA 1 | QATAR GRAND PRIX |
Qatar Lusail Circuit Map
Use our track map to plan your trip as best you can. You can download the image or take a screenshot to have it to hand during the Grand Prix weekend.
Getting to the Lusail International Circuit
By public transport
Most international visitors will fly into Doha, the capital city of Qatar.The circuit is 10km north of the country’s second biggest city, Lusail, which is where the track gets its name.
However, Doha is only 30km away and many racegoers will opt to stay in the city that hosted the FIFA World Cup in 2022, and commute to the Qatar Grand Prix. Doha International Airport was voted the World’s Best Airport in both 2021 and 2022 is located just 15 minutes from the city centre.
But once you’ve got to the hotel and checked in, you’ll need to know how to get to the track.
Metro
Doha’s metro was only built in 2019. The incredibly modern and efficient network links the airport to the city centre, and fans can take the metro to Lusail Metro Station on racedays. Although the line doesn’t quite reach the circuit, the race organisers put on a free shuttle bus, which only takes around 15/20 minutes.
The metro is very reasonably priced too. A return journey costs around 2 Qatari Riyal (50p) and an unlimited day pass is just 6 QR (£1.50).
Taxi
Taxis are also very reasonably priced in Qatar, and if you’re travelling in a group, it could be more comfortable to grab a cab. A one-way trip costs around 37 QR (£8.30).
One of the most popular taxi services in Doha are the easily recognisable, turquoise coloured Karwa cabs. It is worth downloading their app if you’ll be booking numerous taxis throughout your visit.
Where to sit at the Qatar Grand Prix
Use our handy grandstand guide to the Qatar Circuit before you book your Qatar Grand Prix tickets.
Lusail International Circuit Track Stats
| LUSAIL INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT | TRACK STATS |
|---|---|
| FIRST GRAND PRIX | 2021 |
| LAP LENGTH | 5.419 km |
| LAP RECORD | 1:22.384 Lando Norris (2024) |
| LAPS | 57 |
| RACE DISTANCE | 308.611km |
| TURNS | 16 |
Important Information
Emergency Number
- 999
Good to Know
The local currency is the Qatari Riyal (QAR). The exchange rate is around 1 GBP to 4.62 QAR. All goods and services are paid in the local currency.
The official language is Arabic.
ℹ️ Prohibited Items at the Lusail International Circuit.
Customer Service
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FAQs
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