Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Vienna.
Every week, there are 103 Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 06:00 Austrian flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:20 with Lufthansa.
To ensure you get on your VIE to FRA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Frankfurt (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
With a dependable 81.8% of services landing on schedule, Lufthansa has the best on-time performance for VIE to FRA flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is C$109. A return plane ticket is currently C$200. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from VIE to FRA, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
When it comes to Vienna International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to the centre of Frankfurt has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
April is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Frankfurt in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VIE to FRA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.