Zurich to Vienna (ZRH–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ZRH–VIE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Austrian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 375 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 117 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS Austrian Airlines Also: AC, CX, ET, LX, NH, SQ, TG | 56 | 320, 321, E95 | 1h20-1h23 | – | Star Alliance | AC, CX, ET, LX, NH, SQ, TG |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vienna from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→VIE | BSL→VIE | STR→VIE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 49 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 147 | 24 | 49 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 25m | 1h 15m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · VIE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 6:00 PM in Vienna.
Both Switzerland and Austria are Schengen member states. Swiss citizens can enter, live, and work in Austria without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
The S7 commuter rail runs to Wien Mitte in 30–35 minutes (€4.20 every 30 minutes). The CAT (City Airport Train) is faster at 16 minutes (€14.90) and includes a city check-in facility at Wien Mitte.Taxis to the center cost €35–45 metered. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The Vienna City Card covers all S-Bahn travel and is worth buying if you plan to use public transit throughout your stay.
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. July and August average 25–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winter (December–February) brings temperatures of −5–4°C. Snow and freezing fog are the main disruption risks at VIE, typically causing delays rather than cancellations.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are mild at 10–20°C. Föhn winds in spring can cause turbulence on approaches. Pack layers year-round. Mornings and evenings can be significantly cooler than afternoons.
ZRH–VIE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to VIE
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are connected by nonstop service from Austrian Airlines. With 147 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZRH to VIE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to VIE ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 375 miles (603 km). There are approximately 147 weekly flights outbound and 140 return, totaling 287 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
117 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BSL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bâle / Mulhouse (BSL), Stuttgart (STR) and Ferno (VA) (MXP).