Helsinki (Vantaa) to Vienna (HEL–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HEL–VIE is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Finnair, British Airways and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 907 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 64 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 14 | 319, 73H | 2h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways | 7 | E90 | 2h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 320 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
HEL: EET · VIE: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 5:00 PM in Vienna.
Finnish passport holders do not need a visa to enter Austria. As EU and Schengen citizens, Finns have the right to enter, live, and work in Austria without any visa or permit. There is no time limit on stays. Bring your Finnish passport or national ID card. Either document works at the border.
For stays over 3 months, you must register your residence at the local Meldeamt (registration office) within 3 days of finding accommodation. This is a simple administrative step, not a visa or permit. Bring your passport or ID and your rental contract. The registration costs nothing.
No immigration controls exist on flights between Finland and Austria because both are in the Schengen area. Your flight is treated as a domestic trip. Airlines may still check ID for boarding. Austria uses the euro, same as Finland. Finnair and Austrian Airlines fly direct from Helsinki to Vienna, about 2.5 hours.
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.
HEL–VIE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HEL to VIE
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair, British Airways and Ryanair. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HEL to VIE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HEL to VIE ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 907 miles (1,460 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 47 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
64 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via RVN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.