Lusail International Circuit

Lusail International Circuit – Formula 1's floodlit circuit near Doha

The Lusail International Circuit lies near the city of Lusail, north of Doha in Qatar, and hosts the Qatar Grand Prix. Run as a floodlit night race under permanent lighting, the circuit offers one of the most modern settings on the Formula 1 calendar.

Key facts

The circuit opened in 2004 and was initially best known for MotoGP; it has been a permanent part of the Formula 1 calendar since 2021. The track measures 5.419 kilometres and features 16 corners, with a start-finish straight of around one kilometre. The venue holds roughly 52,000 spectators.

Design and layout

Lusail is a fast, flowing circuit with many medium-to-high-speed corners that mean high cornering speeds and a heavy physical workload for the drivers. The permanent floodlighting – one of the largest sports-lighting projects in the world – makes the twilight and night race a visual highlight. Artificial grass around the track keeps the desert sand at bay.

Significance for Formula 1

Since its debut in 2021, the Qatar Grand Prix has established itself as a modern fixture towards the end of the season. The floodlit desert race combines high-speed motorsport with the glamorous backdrop of the emirate.

Location and getting there

The circuit is north of Doha near the planned city of Lusail and is quick to reach from the city centre and from Hamad International Airport. Doha offers a rich programme of modern architecture, souqs and desert tours around the race weekend.

Frequently asked questions about the Lusail International Circuit

When does Formula 1 race in Qatar?
You can find the current dates of the race weekend in the "Upcoming Events" section on this page.

How long is the Lusail International Circuit?
The track measures 5.419 kilometres and features 16 corners, with a start-finish straight of around one kilometre.

Which is the best grandstand at the Lusail International Circuit?
A highlight are seats along the roughly one-kilometre start-finish straight and around the many medium-to-high-speed corners of this flowing circuit – under the permanent floodlighting the twilight and night race becomes a visual spectacle.

How many spectators does the Lusail International Circuit hold?
The venue holds roughly 52,000 spectators around the circuit.

How do I get to the Lusail International Circuit?
The circuit is north of Doha near the planned city of Lusail and is quick to reach from the city centre and from Hamad International Airport.