Are there direct flights from Zürich to Vienna?

Yes, direct flights from Zürich to Vienna are available. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 24.5% of all flight options on this route. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How long is the flight from Zürich to Vienna?

The direct flight from Zürich to Vienna typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 604 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. This represents a significant difference in duration between direct and connecting options.

Are non-stop flights from Zürich to Vienna worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Zürich to Vienna have been significantly more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $347, while connecting flights had a median price of $171. This represents a premium of 103% for direct options. Direct flights also constituted a smaller share of the available options, at 16.1%.

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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-10
ZRH - Vienna
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CHF 248
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Zürich to Vienna: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Vienna

The journey from Zürich to Vienna covers a distance of 604 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience between the two cities. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Zürich to Vienna typically range from $157 to $362, with a median price of $223. Currently, prices are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal might require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Vienna, consider traveling in January, when the median fare is around $119. Other affordable months include October, with a median fare of $123, and November, where the median fare is $134. These months offer the most competitive prices for this route.

When flying from Zürich to Vienna, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 24.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from Zürich to Vienna. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1. This means you should generally anticipate a stopover on your journey.

A typical journey from Zürich to Vienna takes approximately 4h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover. While the direct flight time would be shorter, the overall travel time reflects the common connecting routes available.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Vienna

Regular price: CHF 264 - CHF 412

Prices for flights from Zürich to Vienna are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Vienna is between 264 CHF and 412 CHF. The current lowest deal is 144 CHF with Vueling Airlines, for travel from Oct 15-Oct 18.

now CHF 144

Low CHF 264

High CHF 412

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Vienna

Flights from Zurich to Vienna are cheapest in January, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month to fly is September, with a median price of $256. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 119

September

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 256

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Direct flights from Zürich to Vienna

Austrian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Vienna

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Vienna

Zürich (ZRH) - Vienna (VIE)

Austrian Airlines

CHF 445

CHF 203

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Vienna

Zürich (ZRH) - Vienna (VIE)

Air Serbia

CHF 550

CHF 249

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Vienna

Zürich (ZRH) - Vienna (VIE)

Air Serbia

CHF 568

CHF 250

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Vienna

Zürich (ZRH) - Vienna (VIE)

Air Serbia

CHF 456

CHF 203

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Vienna

Zürich (ZRH) - Vienna (VIE)

Air Serbia

CHF 458

CHF 203

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Vienna

Zürich (ZRH) - Vienna (VIE)

Air Serbia

CHF 363

CHF 154

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zürich to Vienna

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

CHF 568 → CHF 250

56%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

CHF 550 → CHF 249

55%

5 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 10

CHF 461 → CHF 203

56%

6 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 10

CHF 458 → CHF 203

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Vienna

Zürich - Vienna route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Zürich to Vienna are below the typical level of $223.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $119.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 4h 55m

Flights from Zürich to Vienna typically take 4 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 75.5% of recent deals on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Austrian Airlines offers direct flights

Austrian Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights from Zürich to Vienna.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Zürich to Vienna appear frequently, offering many booking opportunities.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Vienna, offering good value.

📍 ~10 km from Zürich city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Vienna main airports to arrive at

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is ideal for direct access to Vienna, offering a convenient arrival for your trip.

📍 ~19 km from Vienna city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Airports nearby Vienna used as alternative

Bratislava Airport (BTS)

Cheapest

Bratislava Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and low-cost flight options.

📍 ~60 km from Vienna (reachable by bus or train)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Vienna

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Vienna

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Vienna is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $212. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices around $231, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $219. Prices for bookings made 14-27 days in advance averaged $256, and those made 60+ days out were about $229. This suggests that planning within the 28-59 day window generally offers better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Vienna was considered to be $157 or less. The median price for this route was $223. Travelers could expect to pay around $362 or more for flights on the higher end of the price spectrum. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Zürich to Vienna have been January, October, and November. January typically had a median price of $119, while October saw a median of $123. November's median price was $134, making it another cost-effective option. The annual median price for this route was $223, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Zürich to Vienna: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Vienna

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Vienna

Regular price: CHF 264 - CHF 412

Prices for flights from Zürich to Vienna are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Vienna is between 264 CHF and 412 CHF. The current lowest deal is 144 CHF with Vueling Airlines, for travel from Oct 15-Oct 18.

now CHF 144

Low CHF 264

High CHF 412

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Vienna

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 119

September

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 256

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