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Tribune News Network
Doha
Travellers wishing to visit Qatar in the run-up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup should book flight two years in advance, Qatar Airways' Group Chief Executive Akbar al Baker has said.
"I would give you a very strong advice to plan at least two years ahead," the Qatar Airways chief told The Independent.
Airlines typically put their seats on sale no more than 48 to 50 weeks in advance.
Baker said other airlines are likely to exploit Qatar Airway's commitment to FIFA as the official carrier, and raise fares for such passengers.
"It will be a huge pressure on the airline, to cater not only for FIFA fans but also to cater for the passengers that will be travelling over the Christmas rush period."
"Airlines will take advantage of this huge capacity of QA that is taken away, concentrating for FIFA, that they will charge you extra to do your travels because there will be a shortage of capacity."
