Travelling from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Warsaw has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport (VIE) departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Take off on a direct Warsaw to Vienna International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Warsaw and Vienna (where Vienna International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
The busiest route is from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Vienna International Airport (VIE), with 48 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from WAW to VIE is the 6:50am Austrian option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 9:20pm with Ryanair.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Warsaw to VIE.
In high season, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can book a direct flight from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport (VIE) out of Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport leaving from WAW. Book your journey with one of these:
Most passengers choose to book seats with Austrian from WAW to VIE.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is LOT - Polish Airlines.
WAW is about 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Frederic Chopin Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frederic Chopin Airport, data shows 77.68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Board your direct flight from Warsaw to VIE with Ryanair. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of WMI.
Ryanair takes the lead in bookings on the WMI to VIE route.
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Warsaw to Vienna International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
The centre of Vienna is roughly 16 kilometres from Vienna International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport is Rs6,720. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs13,773. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from Warsaw to VIE, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
June is when most people book flights from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Visit Vienna in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Warsaw to VIE flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 5ºC.
More about Vienna
Start your Vienna trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Warsaw to Vienna International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral are essential stops on your Vienna itinerary.
Explore more of Austria
You've visited Vienna, now it's time to discover other parts of Austria. Travel about 145 kilometres south-west to Graz to check off its popular sights. From Cathedral to Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs, your itinerary will be busy.
Linz is another must-experience destination in Austria and is around 177 kilometres west of Vienna. No trip is complete without seeing Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).