Flying from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport (VIE) taking off from here.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Bucharest to Vienna International Airport flight.
Vienna is one hour behind Bucharest. Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
With 34 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) is the most popular route. Austrian operates the earliest flight at 6:35am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from OTP to VIE is with Ryanair at 10:05pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Bucharest to VIE.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport (VIE) depart from this terminal.
Austrian is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport leaving from OTP.
Austrian is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from OTP to VIE.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Austrian.
Located around 13 miles from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights complete their journey on time.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near VIE and hit the pillow fast:
Travel at your own pace with a Vienna International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and find adventure across Vienna and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Bucharest to Vienna International Airport flight.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna International Airport to central Vienna is about 10 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
At the moment, $19 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $36. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to VIE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Bucharest to Vienna International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Vienna. June is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport (VIE), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Bucharest to VIE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Vienna, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 84ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºF and 41ºF.
More about Vienna
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Vienna International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vienna:
Historic Centre of Vienna and Vienna State Opera are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Vienna must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Explore more of Austria
You've seen Vienna, now it's time to explore other parts of Austria. Journey around 90 miles south-west to Graz to tick off its leading sights. From Cathedral to Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Linz is another must-experience destination in Austria and is around 110 miles west of Vienna. No trip is complete without seeing Ars Electronica Center, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).
