Vienna International Airport
Also known as: Vienna Airport, Vienna Schwechat Airport, Flughafen Wien, Wien-Schwechat, VIE Airport.
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Vienna International Airport (VIE) is the main airport for Vienna, Austria. It lies in Schwechat, about 18 km (11 miles) southeast of the city center, next to the A4 motorway, and handled 32.6 million passengers in 2025.
Austrian Airlines is the home carrier, with about 46% of passengers in 2025, flying across Europe and long-haul to North America, the Middle East and Asia. Ryanair is the second-largest airline, with a large European network, and carriers such as Lufthansa, Eurowings, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways add routes to Germany, Turkey and the Gulf hubs.
Check-in is split between Terminal 1, Terminal 1A, a separate building opposite Terminal 1, and Terminal 3, which is used by Austrian Airlines and most Star Alliance airlines. Terminals 1 and 3 share one building, and all arriving passengers come out into the central arrivals hall.
A railway station sits under the terminals, with railjet trains to Wien Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes, and the drive to the city center takes about 20 minutes. From the airport, travelers head to central Vienna, to Bratislava and Brno by bus, and by rail to Linz, Graz and Salzburg.
Airport operator, runways and traffic
- Operator
Flughafen Wien AG
- Passengers per year
32.6 million in 2025
- Runways
Two: 11/29 (3,500 m) and 16/34 (3,600 m)
- Main airline
Austrian Airlines, about 46% of passengers in 2025
- Location
Schwechat, about 18 km southeast of central Vienna
Arrival tips for Vienna International Airport
If you arrive from outside the Schengen Area, you pass passport control before reaching baggage claim; flights within Schengen skip this step. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026; the planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation.
After collecting your bags and passing customs, you come out into the central arrivals hall in Terminal 3, which serves every terminal. The ÖBB ticket counter and machines for the trains are in the hall, with the platforms reached directly from it.
The official taxi rank is directly in front of the arrivals hall, and City Transfer counters inside the hall arrange onward rides. Pre-booked drivers usually wait in the arrivals hall as you exit. The airport warns against accepting rides from people who approach you in the hall, as these drivers often lack the required license.
Vienna runs on Central European Time and switches to summer time from late March to late October. Austria uses the euro.
Ground transportation
Railjet trains to Wien Hauptbahnhof and taxis from the rank outside arrivals suit most travelers heading into Vienna.
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Taxis wait at the rank directly in front of the arrivals hall. The drive to the city center takes about 20 minutes, longer in rush-hour traffic on the A4.
Railjet to Wien Hauptbahnhof
Long-distance railjet trains leave from the station below the terminals and reach Wien Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes, every 30 minutes. Direct trains also run to Linz and Salzburg.
S7 suburban train
During the S-Bahn trunk line closure (7 September 2026 to the end of October 2027), the S7 runs only between the airport and St. Marx, so most city trips need a change. Check ÖBB for current times.
City Airport Train (CAT) bus
While the rail line is closed, the CAT runs as a nonstop premium coach between Terminal 3 and Wien Mitte in about 21 minutes, every 12 to 15 minutes. It is expected to return to rail after October 2027.
Vienna Airport Bus
Express buses link the airport with city hubs such as Praterstern and Karlsplatz. They are handy for central hotels near those stops but slower than the train in traffic.
Rideshare and intercity buses
Bolt operates at the airport, with pickup points shown in the app. Intercity buses from FlixBus, RegioJet and Slovak Lines stop at the airport on routes to Bratislava.
Moving between terminals
- 1
Walk between Terminals 1 and 3
Terminals 1 and 3 are in one building, and you can walk between their check-in areas indoors.
- 2
Terminal 1A
Terminal 1A is a separate building directly opposite Terminal 1, a short walk across the road.
- 3
Shuttle between piers
Airside, a free shuttle bus runs between the B/C gates and the F/G gates; the walk between them takes about 15 minutes.
Terminals
Terminal 1
Check-in for Ryanair and many European airlines. It shares one building with Terminal 3 and leads to the Schengen and non-Schengen piers.
Airlines commonly assigned here: Aegean Airlines, Air France, British Airways, easyJet, Eurowings, KLM, Ryanair, Turkish Airlines
Terminal 1A
A separate check-in building opposite Terminal 1, used mainly by leisure and low-cost airlines. It reopened after renovation in spring 2025.
Airlines commonly assigned here: Condor, Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, Vueling
Terminal 3
The newest terminal, used by Austrian Airlines, most Star Alliance members and several long-haul carriers. It holds the central arrivals hall for all flights and the railway station below it.
Airlines commonly assigned here: Air Canada, Austrian Airlines, Emirates, EVA Air, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, TAP Air Portugal
Airlines and destinations
Frequently asked questions
How far is Vienna airport from the city center?
Vienna International Airport is about 18 km (11 miles) southeast of central Vienna, in the town of Schwechat. The drive takes about 20 minutes on the A4 motorway, depending on traffic. Railjet trains reach Wien Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes, and the CAT replacement coach reaches Wien Mitte in about 21 minutes.
Is Vienna airport in Vienna?
No. The airport is outside the city limits, in Schwechat in the state of Lower Austria, about 18 km southeast of the center of Vienna. It sits next to the A4 motorway with its own exit, and a railway station under the terminals links it to Wien Hauptbahnhof and the rest of the Austrian rail network.
How many terminals does Vienna airport have?
Vienna airport has three check-in areas: Terminal 1, Terminal 1A and Terminal 3. Terminals 1 and 3 share one building, and Terminal 1A is a separate building opposite Terminal 1. Terminal 2 no longer has check-in and now houses security screening and a baggage claim area. All arriving passengers exit into the central arrivals hall in Terminal 3.
Which terminal does Austrian Airlines use at Vienna airport?
Austrian Airlines uses Terminal 3, which it shares with most Star Alliance airlines such as Lufthansa and several long-haul carriers including Emirates and Qatar Airways. Ryanair and many other European airlines check in at Terminal 1, while Terminal 1A is used mainly by leisure airlines such as Condor, Pegasus Airlines and SunExpress. Check your booking before you travel.
Where do I find a taxi at Vienna airport?
The official taxi rank is directly in front of the arrivals hall. City Transfer counters inside the hall can also arrange onward rides. The airport warns against accepting rides from people who approach you in the arrivals hall, since these drivers often lack the required business license. The drive to central Vienna takes about 20 minutes, depending on traffic.
How do I get from Vienna airport to the city by public transport?
Railjet trains run to Wien Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes, every 30 minutes, from the station under the terminals. During the S-Bahn trunk line closure until the end of October 2027, the S7 runs only to St. Marx and the CAT runs as a coach to Wien Mitte. Vienna Airport Bus express lines serve hubs such as Praterstern and Karlsplatz.
Is the City Airport Train running in 2026?
From 7 September 2026 the CAT runs as a nonstop premium coach instead of a train, because of the S-Bahn trunk line closure in Vienna. The coach leaves from bus stop 0 at Terminal 3 and reaches Wien Mitte in about 21 minutes, every 12 to 15 minutes. The bus service is expected to run until 31 October 2027.
Can I use Uber or Bolt at Vienna airport?
Yes. Bolt operates at Vienna International Airport, and the pickup points are shown in the app, with signs for ride-hailing pickups at the airport. Pickup locations can change, so check the app when you request your ride. For a ride without an app, the official taxi rank is in front of the arrivals hall.
What do I need to enter Austria at Vienna airport?
Austria is in the Schengen Area, so travelers arriving from outside Schengen pass passport control, while flights from Schengen countries skip it. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026. The planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation. Check visa rules for your nationality.
How do I get from Vienna airport to Bratislava?
Intercity buses from FlixBus, RegioJet and Slovak Lines stop at Vienna airport on routes to Bratislava, most ending at the Mlynské Nivy bus station. Slovak Lines runs almost every hour. The airport is east of Vienna, closer to the Slovak border than the city center, so trips from the airport are shorter than from central Vienna.
Can I take a train from Vienna airport to Salzburg or Linz?
Yes. Direct railjet trains leave from the station under the airport terminals. The trip takes about 1 hour 41 minutes to Linz and about 2 hours 49 minutes to Salzburg. Some trains to Graz run direct, while trains toward Klagenfurt, Brno, Prague and Budapest need a change in Vienna.
What time zone and currency does Vienna use?
Vienna is on Central European Time (UTC+1) and switches to summer time (UTC+2) from late March to late October. Austria uses the euro, and ATMs and currency exchange are available at the airport. The ÖBB ticket counter and ticket machines for trains are in the arrivals hall.
Who runs Vienna airport and how busy is it?
Vienna International Airport is operated by Flughafen Wien AG. It handled 32.6 million passengers in 2025, up 2.6% from 31.7 million in 2024. Austrian Airlines carried about 46% of passengers, followed by Ryanair and its Lauda unit with about 21%. Germany, Spain and Italy were the largest country markets.