Travelling from London to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know
London has many airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Jump on a direct flight from London to Vienna International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vienna International Airport (VIE), with 161 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to VIE is the 06:00 Austrian Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:55 with Ryanair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to VIE.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Vienna International Airport (VIE) take off from this terminal.
Austrian Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from London to Vienna International Airport taking off from LHR.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from London to VIE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Vienna International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Prefer to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can reserve a direct flight from London to Vienna International Airport (VIE) out of this popular hub.
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from London to VIE. Compare your options below to see which carrier works best with your schedule departing from LGW:
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to VIE, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Vienna International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near VIE:
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
From Vienna International Airport, Vienna is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
For a one-way ticket from London to Vienna International Airport, RM110 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just RM220. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from London to VIE by booking 1 month ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from London to Vienna International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Vienna. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in June. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Vienna International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from London to VIE for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vienna to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Vienna International Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 5ºC.
More about Vienna
After booking your flight from London to Vienna International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vienna:
Schonbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Vienna to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Vienna State Opera.
Complete your Vienna trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Vienna International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Vienna and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.