Vienna to Frankfurt am Main (VIE–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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VIE–FRA is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Austrian Airlines, Condor and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 386 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS Austrian Airlines Also: AC, CX, ET, LA, NH, OZ, SQ, TG | 77 | 223, 320, 321, 32N, E95 | 1h10-1h30 | – | Star Alliance | AC, CX, ET, LA, NH, OZ, SQ, TG |
| DE Condor | 21 | 32B | 1h19-1h25 | – | – | – |
| LH Lufthansa Also: ET, NH | 14 | 320 | 1h30 | – | – | ET, NH |
| BJ Nouvel Air Tunisie | 4 | 320 | 1h40 | – | – | – |
| BQ SkyAlps | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Vienna
| Metric | VIE→FRA | GRZ→FRA | LNZ→FRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from VIE | – | 94 mi | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 200 | 34 | 21 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 25m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
VIE: CEST · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 6:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Both Austria and Germany are EU and Schengen member states. Austrian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Germany 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.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
VIE–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VIE to FRA
Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Austrian Airlines, Condor, Lufthansa, Nouvel Air Tunisie and SkyAlps. With 200 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
VIE to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VIE to FRA is about 1 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 386 miles (621 km). There are approximately 200 weekly flights outbound and 182 return, totaling 382 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Leipzig/Halle and Graz. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Feldkirchen bei Graz (GRZ) and Linz (LNZ).