Houston to Vienna (IAH–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
CPH Copenhagen 11h 5m EK ACAIET Copenhagen (CPH) to Vienna flights
LHR London 12h 15m ACAYBA ACBACX London (LHR) to Vienna flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 12h 18m ACLHNZ ACCXDE Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Vienna flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 12h 25m AFKL AFAMCI Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Vienna flights
IAD Dulles 12h 51m AVAZCA OS Dulles (IAD) to Vienna flights
EWR Newark 12h 53m EKNZOS OS Newark (EWR) to Vienna flights
MUC Munich 12h 55m ACUA AIETLH Munich (MUC) to Vienna flights
ORD Chicago 13h 14m AAASAV OS Chicago (ORD) to Vienna flights
YYZ Toronto 13h 15m ACOSSN ACLXOS Toronto (YYZ) to Vienna flights
AMS Amsterdam 13h 23m KLOSUA AICIET Amsterdam (AMS) to Vienna flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Houston to Vienna
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+7h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and VIE, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to VIE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~48h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,538
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → VIE
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Return
VIE → IAH
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Vienna is 7 hours ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · VIE: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Vienna.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Austria and the entire Schengen area visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application is needed. The 90-day clock is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.

Getting to IAH

IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.

Getting from VIE

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.

Vienna Climate

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.

IAH–VIE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Vienna route.
Route details
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: IAH
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: VIE
IATA / ICAOVIE / LOWW
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Passengers/yr31.7M
Elevation600 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to VIE flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Copenhagen Kastrup, London Heathrow and Frankfurt Main.
Vienna is 7 hours ahead of Houston.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Copenhagen Kastrup, London Heathrow and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.