Chicago to Vienna (ORD–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ORD–VIE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Austrian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,702 miles in approximately 8h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS Austrian Airlines | 7 | 789 | 8h45 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · VIE: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Vienna.
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.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.
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.
ORD–VIE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORD to VIE
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are connected by nonstop service from Austrian Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ORD to VIE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORD to VIE ranges from 8 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,702 miles (7,566 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via STR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.