Vienna to Dubai (VIE–DXB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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VIE–DXB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates and Austrian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,625 miles in approximately 5h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 14 | 388, 77W | 5h35-6h15 | – | – | – |
| OS Austrian Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dubai from Vienna
| Metric | VIE→DXB | BTS→DXB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from VIE | – | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 55m | 5h 55m |
Travel Essentials
VIE: CEST · DXB: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 8:00 PM in Dubai.
Austrian passport holders enter the UAE visa-free for up to 90 days. The visa is granted on arrival at no cost. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. The UAE prohibits importing certain medications that are legal in Europe, including some common prescription drugs. Check the controlled substance list before packing.
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.
Metro Red Line from T1 (Airport Terminal 1 station) or T3 (Airport Terminal 3 station) to central Dubai. BurJuman: 20 min; Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa: 23 min. Fare is AED 6.50–10. Metro runs from 5:30am; early morning arrivals may need to wait. T2 is not served by metro; RTA buses run to Al Ghubaiba (Bus 402) for AED 3.Taxis from DXB to Downtown Dubai cost AED 35–55 (airport taxi surcharge applies). Careem and Uber operate from designated zones. Ride-hails must be booked via app; street hailing is not permitted in terminal areas.
Desert climate, hot, dry, and sunny virtually year-round. Summers (June–September) are extreme: 38–48°C with high humidity near the coast. Heat stress slows ground operations but rarely causes weather cancellations. Winter (December–February) is DXB's peak season at 18–28°C with minimal rain and near-constant sunshine.
Occasional sandstorms (haboob) reduce visibility sharply and can ground flights for hours, most likely in spring (April–May) and summer. Light rain falls in winter and can cause road flooding on Dubai's drainage-limited road network. A light jacket is sufficient for winter evenings.
VIE–DXB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VIE to DXB
Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and Austrian Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
VIE to DXB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VIE to DXB is about 5 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,625 miles (4,224 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Antalya, Cairo and Venice Marco Polo. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bratislava (BTS).