Köln (Cologne) to Vienna (CGN–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CGN–VIE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Eurowings and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 464 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 74 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EW Eurowings Also: OS | 18 | 319 | 1h30 | – | – | OS |
| FR Ryanair | 7 | 73H | 1h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vienna from Köln (Cologne)
| Metric | CGN→VIE | DUS→VIE | FRA→VIE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGN | – | 34 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 72 | 208 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 14m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
CGN: CEST · VIE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne), it's 6:00 PM in Vienna.
Germany and Austria are both EU and Schengen members. German citizens can enter Austria with a valid passport or national ID card. No visa or time limit applies.
German nationals have full freedom of movement and can live and work in Austria without any permits. The shared language makes bureaucracy straightforward. For stays beyond 3 months, register your residence at the local municipal office (Gemeindeamt or Magistrat). Healthcare is covered through the EHIC card for temporary stays.
The S7 commuter rail runs to Wien Mitte in 30–35 minutes (€4.20 every 30 minutes). The CAT (City Airport Train) is faster at 16 minutes (€14.90) and includes a city check-in facility at Wien Mitte.Taxis to the center cost €35–45 metered. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The Vienna City Card covers all S-Bahn travel and is worth buying if you plan to use public transit throughout your stay.
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. July and August average 25–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winter (December–February) brings temperatures of −5–4°C. Snow and freezing fog are the main disruption risks at VIE, typically causing delays rather than cancellations.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are mild at 10–20°C. Föhn winds in spring can cause turbulence on approaches. Pack layers year-round. Mornings and evenings can be significantly cooler than afternoons.
CGN–VIE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGN to VIE
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are connected by nonstop service from Eurowings and Ryanair. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CGN to VIE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGN to VIE ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 464 miles (746 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 108 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
74 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via NCE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Düsseldorf (DUS), Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Eindhoven (EIN).