Flight disruptions at Vienna Airport: Passenger updates about flight delays and flight cancellations

Vienna International Airport flight connection time

It's important to be aware of the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in an airport when the route has a connecting flight. It is advisable to look this up before booking a flight. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a traveller makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT for connecting flights in Vienna International Airport.

• Between domestic flights: 30 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 30 min.
• Between international flights: 30 min.

Vienna International Airport terminals

Airport terminals are the areas or different buildings which make it possible for air passengers to travel between ground transport and the facilities for boarding and disembarking from an aircraft. It is crucial to check which terminal you are departing from or travelling through, as terminals in bigger airports could be far away from each other and travellers might need more time to get to the correct one. Vienna International Airport has 4 Terminals.

Terminal 1 – mostly used by Oneworld and SkyTeam airlines

Terminal 1A – check-in facilities for low-cost airlines

Terminal 2 – is currently closed

Terminal 3 – used by the Austrian Airlines, Star Alliance members, and by other carriers

Vienna International Airport transportation

It can be a challenge to find the most convenient way to get to the city centre when visiting a destination for the very first time. Public transport is not always accessible straight from the airport and taxis can be pricey. Our suggestion is to check all transport alternatives prior to the flight to make sure you choose the best option for your trip.

Vienna Airport train

• S-Bahn S7
  Direction: Wien Mitte
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min.

Vienna Airport bus

• Air-Liner
  Direction: Vienna International Bus terminal

Vienna Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminals
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 33 EUR

Where to have a rest in Vienna International Airport

At times you might experience a lengthy wait between flights, for example, an overnight layover or a delayed flight until the next day. In such cases, it is important to note the places in the airport where you can have a good break or pass time before your flight.

Vienna International Airport lounges

Lounges are places in the airport which provide passengers with services, such as food, drinks, relaxation spaces, free WIFI and showers, so that passengers can wait in comfort.

• JET (Schengen) Lounge
  Location: close to Gates B and C
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
• AIR (Non-Schengen) Lounge
  Location: close to Gate D
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily

Hotels at Vienna International Airport

Sometimes the lounges are not relaxing enough for sleep, or your flight departs the next day, you may need to stay overnight in a hotel nearby. Various airports have hotels in the airport, while in others you might need to leave the airport vicinity to reach the nearest hotel. We have handpicked the best possibilities for you in the event you decide to stay in a hotel between flights.

• LifeHotel Vienna Airport Hotel
  Price: from 62 EUR per night
  Address: OT Markt, Marcotelstraße 1, 2401 Fischamend, Austria
  Contact: +43 223 277 701
• Arion Airport Hotel
  Price: from 53 EUR per night
  Address: Mühlgasse 30, 2320 Schwechat, Austria
  Contact: +43 170 65200

Vienna Airport restaurants

Feeling hungry or thirsty when travelling is the last thing you want. Whatever you are in need of, whether it is a snack for the plane, a spot for coffee before an early flight, or a spot to relax and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of alternatives to suit your needs.

• Café+Co Bar
  Description: coffee and snacks
  Location: Office Park 3, Gate F, Gate G, Gate C
• Burger King
  Description: fast food restaurant
  Location: after security
• Airbrew
  Description: beer restaurant
  Location: after security, Gate 9

Vienna Airport shopping

If you are that type of traveller who tends to leave your holiday souvenir purchasing to the last possible minute, or merely need to spend some time before the flight, then it’s a good idea to visit the airport shops. The guide below displays a selection of shops at the airport.

• Heinemann
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: after security
• Billa
  Description: supermarket
  Location: before security
• Bipa
  Description: beauty products
  Location: Arrivals

Vienna International Airport car hire

Sometimes driving is the most suitable choice to see a destination, or perhaps you need a car for your journey. The list below will make it easier for you to pick the right car hire company for your trip.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +43 179 542 1301
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +43 186 61610
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  Contact: +43 170 073 2700

Other services in Vienna International Airport you might need

• Baggage wrapping
• Prayer room
• Lost & Found

MYFLYRIGHT On-Time-Ranking for airports and airlines

The On-Time-Ranking is a dynamic ranking and evaluation system developed by MYFLYRIGHT.

In this ranking we are currently monitoring and analyzing 114 airports and 65 airlines. Airport and airlines were selected based on three main criteria:

Relevant to European travel

We have selected airports and airlines that have a significant contribution to the European travel. Therefore, all airports that have been selected are from the EU and airlines with significant traffic within or from/ to the European Union.

Data quality

We are focusing only on airports and airlines where we have enough data points to make adequate analyses and evaluations.

Traffic importance

We do not track the performance of micro airports with only a few flights per day. Instead, we only focus on airports and airlines with a moderate to high traffic.

If you would like to learn more about MYFLYRIGHT On-Time-Ranking for airports and airlines please click here.

About MYFLYRIGHT

MYFLYRIGHT is a legal tech company, specialized in the support of airline passengers affected by flight delays, flight cancellations, denied boarding, delayed or lost luggage and the refund of unused airline tickets. MYFLYRIGHT was founded 2016 in Hamburg, Germany. The company operates out of 3 offices, its headquarter in Hamburg and its branches in Prague, Czech Republic and Zaporizhia, Ukraine. Currently, MYFLYRIGHT employs a team of around 25 people working in Marketing, Operations, Legal, Customer Support and IT. The organization operates across 5 markets – Germany, United Kingdom, Romania, Austria, and Switzerland.

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