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Game On! Official airline partner Qatar Airways opens bookings for World Cup 2026 travel packages

Qatar Airways Holidays has opened bookings for its FIFA World Cup 2026 travel packages - and they’re promising a next-level fan experience.

Qatar Airways Holidays has opened bookings for its FIFA World Cup 2026 travel packages – and they’re promising a next-level fan experience.

As the official global airline partner of FIFA, Qatar Airways is giving football lovers first dibs on “unparalleled” packages to the biggest World Cup in history. 

The 2026 tournament will span three countries – Canada, Mexico and the United States – and feature 48 teams playing over 100 matches across 16 cities.

The all-in-one packages include international and domestic flights, four- and five-star hotel stays, stadium and airport transfers, and match tickets. 

Game On! Qatar Airways opens bookings for World Cup 2026 travel packages

Transfers between host cities are also part of the deal. Qatar Airways Holidays, the airline’s leisure arm, will release the packages in phases ahead of kick-off next year. 

This marks a continuation of Qatar Airways’ long-term partnership with FIFA, running through to 2030, aimed at connecting fans globally through seamless travel and top-tier hospitality.

“We are proud to be the authorised travel package provider of the FIFA World Cup 2026, and we are committed to delivering exceptional packages that will support fans from across the world in seamlessly travelling to and experiencing this highly anticipated tournament and world’s most renowned football spectacle,” Qatar Airways Holidays and Discover Qatar Senior Vice President Steven Reynolds said. 

Qatar Airways departing Sydney Airport.
QR departing Sydney Airport.

“Our packages facilitate fans at every touchpoint from the moment they leave their homes until they arrive at the match. 

“Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can also collect Avios on these packages for future travel plans. 

“This is a great time to register interest for the packages, so fans and enthusiasts around the world can be notified when the packages become available.”

Qatar Airways’ FIFA World Cup 2026 deal adds to its growing list of global sports partnerships, spanning football, tennis, rugby, Formula 1, MotoGP and more. Current partners include UEFA, Paris Saint-Germain, tennis star Novak Djokovic, F1 and the Brooklyn Nets.

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Meanwhile, over at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, Qatar Airways is showcasing some of its latest updates, with a tech-forward, culturally rich showcase.

At the centre is Sama, the world’s first AI cabin crew, helping guests with bookings and travel advice.

The airline also debuted The ORCHARD in its QVerse, a virtual garden inspired by Hamad International Airport.

Elsewhere, attendees explored the upgraded Qsuite Next Gen and experienced its features through a multi-sensory pod, highlighting Qatar Airways’ focus on innovation and regional relevance.

Earlier this year, we chatted to Qatar Airways Australia/New Zealand Manager Justin Kestel about how QR is elevating long-haul travel for Australians. Check out that interview here.