Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Brussels and Vienna share the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can choose from 105 weekly Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport flights. The 06:40 departure with Brussels Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:55.
Your BRU to VIE flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport, so getting to Vienna (and then discovering more of Austria!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
With 77.85% of services landing on schedule, Austrian is the most punctual carrier offering BRU to VIE flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BRU and VIE include:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Currently, P3,689 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P7,660. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BRU to VIE.
The cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Finding cheap flights from BRU to VIE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 71.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Brussels Airport from central Brussels, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near BRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vienna International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and find adventure across Vienna and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Vienna International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna International Airport to central Vienna has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Vienna based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Brussels Airport to Vienna International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Vienna, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BRU to VIE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Austria
Vienna has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Austria waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres south-west of Vienna, a visit to Graz will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Schlossberg, Kunsthaus Graz and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II.
If you want to check out another major stop in Austria, consider Linz, about 153 kilometres west of Vienna. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Hauptplatz are highlights.