Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt.
Vienna (the location of Vienna International Airport) and Frankfurt share the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 103 weekly flights between the two airports, Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Austrian Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from VIE to FRA is with Lufthansa at 20:20.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from VIE to Frankfurt.
Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt that lands at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Austrian Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt.
You won't need a visa for Germany if you have a passport from Austria and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your flight tickets from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Vienna to VIE takes about 58 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near VIE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt
C$64 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$135. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from VIE to Frankfurt, reserve your trip 10 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 37 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 40 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to HHN. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from VIE to Frankfurt at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Frankfurt, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from VIE to Frankfurt in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Frankfurt and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt.