Austria · Vienna
Vienna International Airport (VIE) Online Check-in
Austria's largest airport and Austrian Airlines' hub. Three terminals — T1, T1A (transit), T3. Located 18 km south-east of Vienna city centre.
Now at Vienna International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Vienna International Airport
Vienna International Airport hosts about 70 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 1 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Vienna International Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
VIE has 3 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Vienna International Airport
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CAT is convenient but not cheaper
City Airport Train is 16 minutes, €15. S-Bahn S7 is 25 minutes, €4.40 — much better value if not in a hurry.
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Star Alliance hub at T3
T3 has the central Star Alliance lounge plus Austrian Airlines' Senator and Business lounges. Star Alliance Gold gets access.
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Free Wi-Fi everywhere
Connect to 'VIE FREE Wi-Fi' — no time limit, decent speeds. Coffee shops and lounges have own Wi-Fi too.
Popular destinations from Vienna International Airport
Frequently asked questions
How early should I arrive at Vienna Airport?
1.5 hours for Schengen, 2.5 hours for non-Schengen. VIE is generally efficient; security rarely exceeds 20 minutes outside summer peak.
Is the City Airport Train (CAT) worth €15?
Only if you're in a hurry — saves 9 minutes vs S-Bahn S7. For luggage-heavy travelers, the CAT lets you check in at Wien Mitte station up to 75 min before departure.
Can I get to Bratislava from Vienna Airport?
Yes — direct buses (Slovak Lines, Postbus) run hourly to Bratislava in 60 minutes for ~€7. Useful for Slovakia visits.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Vienna International Airport official site below.
- Wikipedia: Vienna International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: VIE live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Austria.