Vienna Airport – flight delay and flight cancellation
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Vienna Airport is an international airport in the largest city in and the capital of Austria. It is located 18 km from the centre of the city. It had over 31.66 million travellers in 2019. Vienna International Airport is the hub for Austrian Airlines. It is also the base for Eurowings Europe, Lauda, Wizz Air and others.
Arrivals (flight irregularity)
Departures (flight irregularity)
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.
For updated information and connections of public transport go here.
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 - SKY (Schengen and Non-Schengen) Lounge
Location: Schengen area: close to Gates F and G; Non-Schengen: close to Gate G
Opening hours: Schengen area: 05:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily; Non-Schengen area: 05:00 AM - 10:30 PM, daily - Austrian / Star Alliance Lounges Lounge
Location: Terminal 3
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
Website: click - Arion Airport Hotel
Price: from 53 EUR per night
Address: Mühlgasse 30, 2320 Schwechat, Austria
Contact: +43 170 65200
Website: click - NH Vienna Airport Conference Center Hotel
Price: from 144 EUR per night
Address: Flughafen Wien, Einfahrtsstraße 1-3, 1300 Wien, Austria
Contact: +43 170 1510
Website: click
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.
You can find the full description of dining places in Vienna Airport here.
- 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 - Big Daddy
Description: restaurant
Location: after security, Gate 42 - Brezel Meister
Description: bakery products
Location: after security, Gate 25 - Cafe Ritazza
Description: coffee, cakes & snacks
Location: Arrivals
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.
Click here for a comprehensive overview of shops.
- Heinemann
Description: Duty Free
Location: after security - Billa
Description: supermarket
Location: before security - Bipa
Description: beauty products
Location: Arrivals - Dolce & Gabbana
Description: fashion store
Location: after security, Gate 1 - Flavors of Austria
Description: souvenirs and products from Austria
Location: after security
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 - Budget
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 2711 - Enterprise
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
Contact: +43 170 073 3432
Other services in Vienna International Airport you might need
- Baggage wrapping
Location: Terminals 1 and 3 - Prayer room
Location: Terminal 3 - Lost & Found
Location: Terminal 1, Level 0 and Terminal 3, Arrivals
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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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