Doha, August 29 (QNA) - Qatar on Saturday welcomed its first leisure charter flight from Yerevan, Armenia, at Hamad International Airport (HIA), marking an important milestone in the continued growth of inbound leisure tourism and the diversification of source markets.
Operated by FlyOne in partnership with Rustar Tour Operator, the service connects Yerevan and Doha with a weekly Airbus A320 operation. 
Running until 15 May 2027, the charter programme is expected to bring approximately 6,500 visitors from Armenia to Qatar over the contracted operating period.
The service is the first leisure charter flight to arrive in Qatar following the recent regional operational disruption, signalling a return to normal operations and renewed confidence in the destination among travellers, tourism partners and the wider aviation community.
The launch reinforces Qatar's position as a safe, welcoming and world-class destination, supported by a fully operational tourism, hospitality and aviation ecosystem that has continued working closely with international airline, travel trade and hospitality partners to deliver seamless visitor experiences. 
It also demonstrates the country's readiness to welcome international visitors and highlights the continued appeal of Qatar as a leading leisure destination in the region.
The inaugural service is expected to support deeper tourism ties between Qatar and Armenia while providing a platform for future charter operations and potential scheduled air connectivity between the two markets. (QNA)