Flying from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Start your vacation planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the main airports in Hamburg.
1 hour 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Hamburg to Vienna International Airport flight.
Vienna (where Vienna International Airport is located) and Hamburg share the UTC+1 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Austrian at 8:30pm. Go for the first HAM to VIE departure operated by Eurowings at 6am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Hamburg to VIE won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Get there in one go from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Nonstop flights from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE) can be booked from here.
When departing from HAM, you can take a direct flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport with Austrian.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between HAM and VIE is Austrian.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 82.4% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
The journey from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
75.01% of flights that leave from Hamburg Airport make it to their destination on time.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport the day before your Hamburg to VIE flight:
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Reserve a hotel close to VIE if you're catching a late flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Vienna International Airport rental car and explore Vienna and beyond with your own wheels. U-Save, Wheego and Dryyve are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Hamburg to Vienna International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
The center of Vienna is roughly 16 kilometers from Vienna International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
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 $49. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $107. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from Hamburg to VIE by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Hamburg to Vienna International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
June is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Visit Vienna in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Hamburg to VIE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vienna
Start your Vienna trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Vienna International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Vienna.
Explore more of Austria
Vienna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Austria just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometers south-west of Vienna, a visit to Graz will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs.
Around 177 kilometers west of Vienna, Linz is another favorite stop in Austria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ars Electronica Center, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).