Travelling from Chicago to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport (VIE) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The average length of a direct Chicago to Vienna International Airport flight is 8 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago. Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Take your pick of 5 direct services every week. Austrian operates a 4:20pm departure between ORD and VIE.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to VIE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Vienna International Airport (VIE) operate from here.
When leaving from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport with Austrian.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Austrian between ORD and VIE.
Among carriers operating on this route, Austrian has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to VIE departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport with a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). A major connection between Chicago Midway International Airport and VIE, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to VIE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Vienna International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights departing from RFD land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near VIE:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vienna International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and explore beyond Vienna's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Vienna International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Vienna. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
At the moment, P15,219 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Vienna International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P28,721. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book four months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to VIE.
September is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Chicago to Vienna International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport (VIE). June is when most people visit Vienna. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
Book a Chicago to VIE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vienna to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Vienna International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Vienna
Start your Vienna trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Vienna International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Historic Centre of Vienna and Vienna State Opera are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Vienna travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Explore more of Austria
Graz is just one of the many cities in Austria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Vienna. Around 145 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs.
Linz is another standout destination in Austria and is around 177 kilometres west of Vienna. No trip is complete without dropping by Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).
