Formula 1 returns to Lusail Circuit for the penultimate round of the 2024 season. Here’s everything you need to know before attending the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix weekend!
- The 2024 Qatar Grand Prix takes place from November 29 to December 1
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The Qatar Grand Prix first appeared on the Formula 1 calendar in 2021, as a late addition to replace the Australian Grand Prix, which had been cancelled for the second year in a row as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
The 2024 Qatar Grand Prix marks Formula 1’s third visit to Lusail Circuit. After a single year absence in 2022 – as a result of the country hosting the FIFA World Cup – the event returned to the calendar in 2023 as part of a ten-year deal.
Both of F1’s visits to Qatar to date have brought action-packed race weekends, with tyre wear being a major talking point. While Lewis Hamilton took the win in 2021, Max Verstappen was victorious in 2023.
Like last year, Lusail Circuit will host Formula 1’s Sprint format, with an additional race taking place on Saturday (more on that below). Verstappen claimed his third successive title victory in the Sprint in 2023. With the title yet to be decided and Qatar hosting the penultimate round in 2024, it’s possible that the World Championship could again be decided at Lusail Circuit this year!
Read on for all you need to know about attending the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix weekend.
Off Track at the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix
Lusail Circuit is located just outside of Doha, the capital city where 80% of Qatar’s population lives. With the Qatar Grand Prix moving from October to December in 2024, trackside temperatures should be cooler for fans in the grandstands and exploring the surrounding areas should be a more comfortable experience, in less humid conditions than fans faced in 2023.
A trip to the Qatar Grand Prix presents an opportunity to delve into the history of the surrounding area, with plenty of immersive museums and UNESCO World Heritage sites. For those looking to indulge in retail therapy, luxury brands, large malls and traditional Qatari shopping experiences are on offer across Doha. Read about the best places to visit away from the track during your trip to the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix.
Heading to Qatar for the first time? All you need to know about visas and other travel essentials can be found in Travel Basics.
Last 2024 Qatar Grand Prix Tickets on Sale
Attendance grew at the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix by 50% compared to when it was last held in 2021, thanks to an expansion of available viewing areas around the track. The Qatar Grand Prix has one of the lower weekend attendance figures of the year, with 120,000 fans at the track over the 2023 event weekend. It ranked as the 18th best-attended race of the 2023 F1 season.
A limited number of grandstand seats and VIP packages for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix are available via our trusted supplier. Hospitality packages are also available from F1 Experiences, offering exclusive perks like all-inclusive hospitality, pit lane walks and driver appearances.
How Much Will a Trip to the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix Cost?
Tickets for the Qatar Grand Prix are some of the most affordable of the season. Ticket prices for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix remained largely unchanged from 2023. The race ranks as the seventh-cheapest to attend in terms of 3-day ticket prices, having ranked as the ninth most expensive in 2023. Tickets in the main grandstand, opposite the pit lane and with a view of the starting grid, are competitively priced compared to other races on the calendar.
We estimate that the average fan will spend around $905 USD on a trip to the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix, including the cost of grandstand seats, a 3-night stay in a local hotel and daily spending money.
For a full breakdown on what you can expect to spend during your trip to Qatar, check out Budget Planner.
Getting to Lusail Circuit for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix
Lusail Circuit is located around 10km north of Lusail and 30km north of Qatar’s capital city Doha. Doha’s airport, Hamad International Airport, is 30km south of the track.
Free parking is available at the circuit, but race organisers encourage the use of public transport as parking space is limited. The easiest way to get to the venue is by shuttle bus or taxi. In 2023, a free shuttle was available to ticket holders from Lusail metro station to the track. The journey takes around 20 minutes but travel times may increase at peak times.
There is a designated drop off point for taxis at the circuit. Uber is also a good option. It should take around 25 minutes to travel from the West Bay area of Doha to the track and you should expect to pay around $10-20 USD. Be aware that race weekend traffic and surge pricing may add time and money to your journey.
For more tips about travelling around Lusail, Doha and the surrounding area during your visit to the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix, check out our detailed transport guide.
On Track at the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix
Fans trackside at the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix will be treated to an extra slice of on track Formula 1 action, thanks to the Sprint format being utilised once again at the circuit in 2024.
In a slight change to last year, qualifying for the Sprint will take place after a single hour of practice on Friday evening. The Sprint itself takes place on Saturday evening, while qualifying for the Grand Prix follows on Saturday night. The Grand Prix takes place as usual on Sunday.
In addition to the Formula 1 action, F1’s support series Formula 2 and F1 Academy will each be racing twice over the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix weekend.
For further information about access points, prohibited items and the full on-track schedule, head to our trackside guide for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix.
Off Track Entertainment at the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix
Located behind the Main Grandstand, the Fanzone is the place to be for the off-track entertainment across the race weekend. Various F1 displays, merchandise and food and drinks stalls can be found in this area.
In recent years, the Qatar Grand Prix has attracted big names to play at the trackside concerts which complement the on-track action. Headliners last year included Amr Diab, DJ Alesso and DJ Snake – the latter replacing Bruno Mars, who was forced to pull out of appearing at the Grand Prix due to unforeseen circumstances. Concert headliners for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix weekend have not yet been announced.
Who’s performing this year
Not been announced yet! If you haven’t already done so, join our Qatar Facebook Group and you’ll be one of the first to find out.