Vienna to Barcelona (VIE–BCN) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
VIE–BCN is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Austrian Airlines, Ryanair and Vueling lead the route. The flight covers 851 miles in approximately 2h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS Austrian Airlines Also: LA, NH | 21 | 320 | 2h15-2h20 | – | Star Alliance | LA, NH |
| FR Ryanair | 13 | 320 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
| VY Vueling Also: LA, LL | 7 | 320 | 2h38 | – | – | LA, LL |
| W4 AeroWorld | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Barcelona from Vienna
| Metric | VIE→BCN | BTS→BCN | LNZ→BCN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from VIE | – | 30 mi | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 55 | 15 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 23m | 2h 12m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
VIE: CEST · BCN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona.
Both Austria and Spain are EU and Schengen member states. Austrian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Spain without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
The City Airport Train (CAT) runs non-stop between Wien Mitte station and VIE in 16 minutes (€14.90 one-way, €24.90 return). The S7 commuter rail covers the same route with stops in 30–35 minutes for €4.20.Taxis are metered but expensive; expect €35–45 from the city center. Uber and ride-shares cost €25–35. Parking at VIE runs €8–14/day in the remote lot with shuttle.
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
VIE–BCN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VIE to BCN
Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are connected by nonstop service from Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, Vueling and AeroWorld. With 55 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
VIE to BCN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VIE to BCN is about 2 hours 23 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 851 miles (1,370 km). There are approximately 55 weekly flights outbound and 48 return, totaling 103 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bologna Guglielmo Marconi, Venice Marco Polo and EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bratislava (BTS) and Linz (LNZ).