Travelling from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Vienna International Airport flight is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Vienna is two hours behind Istanbul. Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Vienna International Airport (VIE), with 30 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IST to VIE is the 7:50am Turkish Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9:30pm with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to VIE.
In high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE) operate from here.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport jetting out of IST.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to VIE.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking to fly out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE) flight tickets are available from here.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to VIE are offered by Pegasus.
On the SAW to VIE route, Pegasus is the airline most travellers rely on.
Pegasus is the most reliable carrier flying between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Vienna International Airport, with 68.48% of its services arriving as scheduled.
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to VIE flight? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:
Pick up a Vienna International Airport rental car and discover Vienna and beyond with your own set of wheels. U-Save, Wheego and Dryyve are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Vienna International Airport flight.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna International Airport to the centre of Vienna is roughly 16 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport is Rs8,374. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs23,310. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to VIE, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport (VIE), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Vienna based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to VIE flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 5ºC.
More about Vienna
Start your Vienna trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Vienna International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Vienna.
Explore more of Austria
Graz is just one of the many cities in Austria waiting to be explored after you've seen Vienna. Around 145 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs.
If you want to check out another side of Austria, head for Linz, about 177 kilometres west of Vienna. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are among the biggest draws.