Travelling from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Damascus Airport (DAM): what you need to know
Damascus is two hours ahead of Vienna and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your VIE to DAM flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Damascus Airport (DAM)
Right now, C$256 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna Airport to Damascus Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$481. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from VIE to DAM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Vienna Airport to Damascus Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from VIE arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To reach Vienna Airport from central Vienna, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to VIE? If you're catching an early flight from Vienna Airport to Damascus Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Getting from Damascus Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Damascus. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Damascus Airport (DAM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Vienna Airport to Damascus Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Damascus. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Vienna Airport to Damascus Airport for July if you want to explore Damascus during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to DAM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Syria
Damascus has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Syria just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Damascus, a visit to Aleppo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Aleppo Souk, The Citadel of Aleppo and Aleppo Citadel.
Homs is another essential stop in Syria and is around 145 kilometres north of Damascus. No trip is complete without seeing Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.
