Travelling from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Hamburg's main base, Hamburg Airport (HAM), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE).
Jump on a direct Hamburg to Vienna International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hamburg and Vienna (where Vienna International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
With 42 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) is the most popular route. Eurowings operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from HAM to VIE is with Austrian at 8:30pm.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Hamburg to VIE. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can hop on a direct flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE) out of Hamburg Airport (HAM).
When leaving from HAM, you can take a direct flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport with Austrian.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Austrian Airlines from HAM to VIE.
Austrian Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
HAM is about 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
77% of flights leaving from Hamburg Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
From central Hamburg, LBC is roughly 56 kilometres away. When planning the fastest way to get there, check whether public transport is available or if it's easier to drive.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Hamburg to VIE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
78% of flights taking off from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Hamburg to Vienna International Airport flight.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Vienna. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport is $94. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $197. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To snap up cheap flights from Hamburg to VIE, book your plane ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Hamburg to Vienna International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
July is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Visit Vienna in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your Hamburg to VIE plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 5ºC.
More about Vienna
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Vienna right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport:
Your Vienna trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Explore more of Austria
Graz is just one of the many places in Austria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Vienna. Around 145 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg.
Around 177 kilometres west of Vienna, Linz is another favourite stop in Austria. No visit is complete without checking out Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).