Vienna to San Diego (VIE–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

VIE Airport Page →
airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 12 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between VIE and SAN. Nearest airports to VIE with scheduled service: M. R. Štefánik Airport (BTS, 30 mi) · Győr-Pér Airport (QGY, 66 mi) · Brno-Tuřany Airport (BRQ, 72 mi)
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
AMS Amsterdam 13h 32m AIAMCI → KLVS Amsterdam (AMS) to San Diego flights
LAX Los Angeles 14h 15m OS → AFAMAV Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego flights
ORD Chicago 14h 36m OS → AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to San Diego flights
MUC Munich 15h AIETLH → LH Munich (MUC) to San Diego flights
LHR London 15h 2m ACBACX → AYBAEI London (LHR) to San Diego flights
BOS Boston 15h 54m OS → ASB6DL Boston (BOS) to San Diego flights
EWR Newark 16h 26m OS → ASTPUA Newark (EWR) to San Diego flights
IAD Dulles 18h 33m OS → ASAZEJA Dulles (IAD) to San Diego flights
YUL Montréal 18h 39m LXOSSN → AC Montréal (YUL) to San Diego flights
JFK New York 25h 56m OS → AFASB6 New York (JFK) to San Diego flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Vienna to San Diego
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-9h behind

While no nonstop service exists between VIE and SAN, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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All flights from San Diego (SAN) San Diego to Vienna flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for VIE to SAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
AMS ~13h 32m LAX ~14h 15m ORD ~14h 36m MUC ~15h 0m LHR ~15h 2m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,370
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
VIE → SAN
51%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
51%
Return
SAN → VIE
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SAN delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9h
San Diego is 9 hours behind Vienna.
VIE: CEST · SAN: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 9:00 AM in San Diego.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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.

Facts

VIE–SAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vienna to San Diego route.
Route details
Time difference-9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: VIE
Full nameVienna International Airport
IATA / ICAOVIE / LOWW
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Passengers/yr31.7M
Elevation600 ft / 183 m
Destination: SAN
Full nameSan Diego International Airport
IATA / ICAOSAN / KSAN
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr25.6M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VIE to SAN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Amsterdam, Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare.
San Diego is 9 hours behind Vienna.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Los Angeles and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.