Vienna to Chicago (VIE–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
OS45
OS Austrian
789
10:55 AM
CET T3
3:00 PM
CDT
10h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
OS1
OS Austrian
10:58 AM
CET
1:10 PM
CDT
9h 12m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AI127
AI Air India
77W
12:51 PM
CET T3
4:59 PM
CDT
10h 8m
M T W T F S S
Prices
OS46
OS Austrian
789
5:28 PM
CDT T5
8:10 AM+1
CET
8h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Vienna to Chicago
2 carriers, 12 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 12 Flights/wk 4,702 mi 9h 12m nonstop -6h behind 35 1-stop hubs

VIE–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Austrian Airlines and Air India lead the route. The flight covers 4,702 miles in approximately 9h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VIE–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
OS Austrian Airlines 8 789 9h12-10h05 Star Alliance
AI Air India 4 77W 10h08 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
77W Boeing 777-300ER – AI
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – OS
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AI + OS (12 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 ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
3
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
12
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VIE to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~44h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,135
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
VIE → ORD
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
94%
Return
ORD → VIE
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
83%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-6h
Chicago is 6 hours behind Vienna.
VIE: CET · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 12:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
4,702 mi / 7,566 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 12m to 10h 8m.
Visa & Entry

Austria is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Austrian passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days without a visa, but must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. Apply at the official CBP site. ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years, and covers multiple entries. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay. The 90-day limit cannot be extended, and overstaying voids future ESTA eligibility.

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.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

VIE–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vienna to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance4,702 mi / 7,566 km
Flight time9h 12m to 10h 8m
Time difference-6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights12 out / 7 return
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: VIE
IATA / ICAOVIE / LOWW
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Passengers/yr31.7M
Elevation600 ft / 183 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VIE to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Vienna International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 9h 12m to 10h 8m. The route covers 4,702 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air India and Austrian Airlines.
There are approximately 12 nonstop flights per week from VIE to ORD. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LUX, KRK, GYD, MXP, WAW, MUC, JFK, MAD, FRA, ZRH, BRU, CDG, CPH, AMS, DXB, FCO, LHR, BCN, IST, YYZ, IAD, YUL, HND, EWR, BOS, ATH, LIS, BEG, AUH, DUB, TLV, DOH, TPE, AMM and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 6 hours behind Vienna.
Yes, return flights from ORD to VIE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from VIE to ORD

Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Air India and Austrian Airlines. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

VIE to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VIE to ORD ranges from 9 hours 12 minutes to 10 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,702 miles (7,566 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via LUX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.