Vienna to Edinburgh (VIE–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
FR1624
FR Ryanair
320
6:55 AM
CEST T1
8:40 AM
BST
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FR1625
FR Ryanair
73H
1:10 PM
BST
4:50 PM
CEST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Vienna to Edinburgh
2 carriers, 6 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 1,001 mi 2h 45m nonstop -1h behind 89 1-stop hubs

VIE–EDI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Ryanair UK lead the route. The flight covers 1,001 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 89 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VIE–EDI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FR Ryanair 6 320 2h45
RK Ryanair UK 0
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – FR
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: FR + RK (6 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, VIE to EDI direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VIE to EDI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
89
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
6,282
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.

Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Vienna

Nearby airports with service to Edinburgh Airport.
Metric VIE→EDI BTS→EDI
Distance from VIE 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1
Weekly flights 6 3
Flight time 2h 45m 2h 45m
Airports within 200 miles of VIE with service to Edinburgh Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Edinburgh is 1 hour behind Vienna.
VIE: CEST · EDI: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 5:00 PM in Edinburgh.
Distance & Flight Time
1,001 mi / 1,610 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Austrian passport holders enter the UK visa-free for stays of up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is required before travel. Apply through the UK ETA app or online portal. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows multiple entries. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.

Getting to VIE

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.

VIE–EDI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vienna to Edinburgh route.
Route details
Distance1,001 mi / 1,610 km
Flight time2h 45m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights6 out / 6 return
1-stop connections89 hubs
Origin: VIE
IATA / ICAOVIE / LOWW
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Passengers/yr31.7M
Elevation600 ft / 183 m
Destination: EDI
IATA / ICAOEDI / EGPH
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr15.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VIE to EDI flights.
Nonstop flights from Vienna International Airport to Edinburgh Airport take approximately 2h 45m. The route covers 1,001 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Ryanair and Ryanair UK.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from VIE to EDI. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through INN, LTN, VLC, NCE, IBZ, SVQ, CTA, MUC, FNC, ACE, HRG, RHO, FUE, ZRH, BRI, FRA, HER, OSL, PRG, CDG, LHR, MRS, AGA, BSL, BCN, KEF, ORY, BER, CPH, AYT, GVA, MAD, ALC, AMS, CGN, STN, BVA, PMO, STR, ARN, LCA, BRU, MXP, DUS, RIX, VCE, SAW, DUB, FAO, BLQ, LIN, BUD, LIS, TIA, LPA, HEL, FCO, BFI, BGY, YUL, YYZ, NAP, ATH, KRK, EWR, JFK, PMI, DOH, SOF, OTP, IST, ORD, OLB, AGP, SKG, BOS, LYS, IAD, DXB, CRL, TFS, LAX, OPO, DBV, BIO, MLA, PFO, RAK and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edinburgh is 1 hour behind Vienna.
Yes, return flights from EDI to VIE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BTS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from VIE to EDI

Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Ryanair UK. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

VIE to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VIE to EDI ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,001 miles (1,610 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

89 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via INN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bratislava (BTS).