Vienna International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (VIE)

How to get to Vienna International Airport

Vienna is accessible from its airport via the fast CAT train, more economical regional trains, or buses, all departing directly from the terminal. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027, however, because of the Stammstrecke works, the CAT runs as a bus and the S7 stops at St. Marx.

By Car

Visitors arriving by car follow the A4 motorway, which connects the airport to central Vienna in approximately 20-25 minutes.

By Train

Normally the City Airport Train (CAT) reaches Wien Mitte station in 16 minutes; the ticket costs approximately 14.90 euros per leg (cheaper if purchased online in advance). Regional S-Bahn trains (line S7) are slower (about 25 minutes) but cost about 4.30 euros, and are also valid with Vienna urban transport tickets. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027, because of work on the Stammstrecke between Wien Mitte and Rennweg, the CAT does not run on rails (it is replaced by buses, see By Bus) and the S7 ends at St. Marx, outside the centre, where you continue by tram 18 or 71. The REX 7 to Wien Hauptbahnhof (about 20 minutes) and the long-distance Railjet trains to Wien Hauptbahnhof remain in service.

By Bus

There are also active bus links to various parts of the city and surrounding regions, particularly useful for those not heading to the city centre. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027 the CAT is replaced by premium buses between Terminal 3 and Wien Mitte/Landstraße: about 21 minutes of travel, up to five departures per hour in each direction, tickets from 7 euros (free under 15). During that period the Vienna Airport Lines buses add connections from Praterstern and Karlsplatz.

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Tips If you are not in a hurry, the S7 regional train costs significantly less than the CAT and is equally convenient and direct. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027, however, the S7 stops at St. Marx and requires tram 18 or 71: for Wien Hauptbahnhof the REX 7 is the better choice, for Wien Mitte the CAT bus. During that period allow a little extra time.

Average travel time to VIE

Train16-25 minutes

Shuttle bus20-30 minutes

Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes

Parking near Vienna International Airport

Multi-storey parking facilities, located a short distance from the terminal, offer rates in line with Central European standards.

For longer stays, peripheral areas with shuttle service are available.

Approximately €4-5 per hour in multi-storey parking near the terminal, while peripheral areas with shuttle service, booking online in advance through comparison sites, can drop to around €6-7 per day.

How to get to Vienna from VIE

Normally the quickest connection to the city center is the City Airport Train (CAT), reaching Wien Mitte station in 16 minutes; more economical regional trains are also available, as well as bus service. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027 the CAT is replaced by buses, which take about 21 minutes to Wien Mitte/Landstraße.

By Train

The railway station is integrated within the terminal, with direct access clearly marked from the arrivals area. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027 the S7 only runs as far as St. Marx (connection with trams 18 and 71), while the REX 7 takes you to Wien Hauptbahnhof in about 20 minutes; long-distance Railjet trains to Wien Hauptbahnhof continue to run.

By Bus

Bus stops are located in the arrivals area of the terminal. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027 the CAT replacement bus links the airport with Wien Mitte/Landstraße in about 21 minutes, with a departure roughly every 12 minutes from 7 am to 7 pm and every 15 minutes at other times; during that period the Vienna Airport Lines buses also serve Praterstern and Karlsplatz.

By Taxi

Official taxis wait in the arrivals area; the meter is standard for trips to the city center, approximately €45-60 (more economical when booking in advance a fixed-rate service, starting from about €37-38), for the roughly 20 km and 20-25 minutes separating the airport from the city center.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

From VIE to the most sought-after destinations

If you want...	Choose	Approximate cost
Save without giving up comfort	S-Bahn S7 (20-30 min, also stops at Praterstern; from 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027 it ends at St. Marx)	5.50€
Reach Wien Mitte in the most direct way	City Airport Train CAT (16 min; replaced by buses until 31 October 2027, about 21 min)	14.90€ (replacement bus: 7€)
Reach multiple city zones without changes	Vienna Airport Lines (direct buses to Schwedenplatz, Westbahnhof or UNO-City)	~10-11€
Have heavy luggage or a night flight	Fixed rate taxi to center	~38€

Vienna → Wien Mitte

City Airport Train connects the airport to Wien Mitte/Landstraße with no intermediate stops; from here lines U3 and U4 branch out to the rest of the city. Note: from 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027, because of work on the Stammstrecke between Wien Mitte and Rennweg, the CAT is replaced by dedicated buses, which cover the same route in about 21 minutes.

Vienna → Stephansplatz and the old town

Normally the S7 descends to Wien Mitte in about 20 minutes; from there just two U4 stops take you to Stephansplatz, in the heart of the old town in front of the Cathedral. Alternatively, Vienna Airport Lines buses stop directly at Schwedenplatz, a few steps from the same square. Until 31 October 2027, with the S7 stopping at St. Marx, the CAT bus to Wien Mitte or the line to Schwedenplatz is the better choice.

Vienna → Prater and Messe Wien

Normally, continuing on S7 beyond Wien Mitte you reach Wien Praterstern in about 30 minutes: the station overlooks Prater park and the Messe Wien fairground area, convenient for those attending a trade show or wanting to ride the ferris wheel. Until 31 October 2027, with the S7 stopping at St. Marx, the Vienna Airport Lines bus to Praterstern leaves from the airport.

Vienna → Vienna International Centre (UNO-City)

The seat of the United Nations in the Donaustadt district is reached by Vienna Airport Lines bus in about half an hour, getting off on Wagramer Straße: it's the most direct route for those attending a UN or OSCE conference without passing through downtown.

Car rental at Vienna International Airport

Major car rental companies are present in the arrivals area.

Car rental is convenient for those wishing to explore the Wachau (Danube Valley) or other areas of Austria beyond Vienna alone.

Bring your driving license, identity document, and credit card in the driver's name for the security deposit; photograph any pre-existing damage before departing. Austrian citizens and nationals of other EU/EEA countries may drive with their national license alone; all others generally need an International Driving Permit (IDP) as well.

Hotels near Vienna International Airport

Vienna is about 20 km from the centre and the train normally takes 16 minutes, but until October 2027 works on the S-Bahn line are changing the connections: the CAT is replaced by shuttle buses to Wien Mitte (21 minutes), while the S7 stops at St. Marx and forces a change. That is why the direct trains to the central station, which are unaffected by the works, are currently the most predictable connections. With an early-morning flight a hotel next to the terminals removes every uncertainty; those staying a few days get more from the city by choosing the area according to its connection with the airport.

At the airport

The Moxy is 450 m from terminals 1 and 3 and has a direct tunnel to terminal 3 and the station; the NH Vienna Airport Conference Center is a 6-minute walk away, opposite the arrivals hall.

Best for: Flights before 8 a.m. or late arrivals, without depending on the replacement buses for the train.

Pros

From your room to check-in on foot, even in bad weather thanks to the Moxy tunnel
Station for direct trains to Hauptbahnhof a few steps from both hotels
With the S-Bahn works you need no buses or changes in the early hours

Cons

Around it there are only offices, runways and car parks: in the evening you stay in the hotel
The city is 16-21 minutes away by public transport, with replacement buses until October 2027

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Near the airport link

Wien Mitte and Stadtpark

CAT shuttle bus from the airport to Wien Mitte/Landstraße in 21 minutes, every 12-15 minutes; then U3 or U4. From Wien Mitte just two stops on the U3 reach Stephansplatz.

Best for: Those who want the old town a few minutes away and a hotel reached by the CAT shuttle bus.

Pros

A single vehicle from the airport, with a stop in front of the hotel
Stephansplatz is two stops away on the U4
Stadtpark, Belvedere and Ringstrasse on foot

Cons

Until October 2027 the CAT is a bus: the 21 minutes depend on traffic
The Landstrasse area is more quiet than lively in the evening

Recommended hotels

Hilton Vienna Park At Am Stadtpark 1, opposite Wien Mitte/Landstraße station and the CAT terminus; the historic centre is about 600 m away. View availability

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Near the airport link

Central station (Hauptbahnhof)

Direct Railjet trains from the airport to Wien Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes, twice an hour, even during the closure of the central S-Bahn.

Best for: Those continuing by train to other cities or who prefer the direct connection that is most independent of the works.

Pros

Direct train of about 15 minutes, bypassing the works
Trains to Salzburg, Graz and other cities leave from here
Stephansplatz in about 10 minutes by metro

Cons

There are only two trains an hour: with an early flight you watch the clock
The area around the station is modern but not very characterful

Recommended hotels

Novotel Wien Hauptbahnhof Right at the central station, in the Quartier Belvedere next to the Belvedere palace; fitness and spa on the 19th floor with a view over the rooftops. View availability

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Airport services

The airport offers a complete range of services, aligned with its role as a hub between Western and Eastern Europe.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area offers an extensive selection of perfumery, chocolate (including the celebrated Mozartkugel), and Austrian products such as packaged Sachertorte.

Lounges & relaxation

In Vienna the offer revolves around the lounges run by the airport: the VIENNA Lounge for gates C and D and the SKY Lounge for gates F and G, both with showers, Priority Pass and paid entry, and linked by a shuttle to the other sector. They are before passport control, so they also suit non-Schengen flights. The Austrian Airlines lounges, at gates F and G, are reserved for business, status and Star Alliance Gold.

lounges: 5
with Priority Pass: 2
paid entry: from €49
earliest opening: 04:30

Which lounge to choose: full comparison

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal area. For a local SIM, the main national operators (A1, Magenta and Drei) have a counter in the airport: convenient if you don't want to search for them in the city.

Families & Children

Play areas for children and dedicated spaces for changing and nursing are available.

Terminal guide

The airport features multiple integrated terminals with a modern design renovated in recent years.

Internal routes are well signposted and generally swift.

From check-in to gate typically takes 10–15 minutes, with security queues potentially lengthening during peak hub hours.

Map of Vienna International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. What's the cheapest way to get into the centre from Vienna airport?

Normally the S7 regional train, whose ticket is also valid on Vienna's public transport: markedly cheaper than the CAT, for just a few extra minutes of travel. From 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027 the S7 stops at St. Marx and you need tram 18 or 71 to continue; during that period the bus replacing the CAT costs 7 euros.