Travelling from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Vienna Airport (VIE): what you need to know
Ljubljana and Vienna share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LJU to VIE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LJU and VIE:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Vienna Airport (VIE)
R 1,122 is the best price for a one-way Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,843. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LJU to VIE, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LJU to VIE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport.
Handy information about Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
Ljubljana Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LJU land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Ljubljana Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Ljubljana. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LJU:
Arriving at Vienna Airport (VIE)
If you're landing on a late Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near VIE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vienna Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve to explore Vienna and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Vienna Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Vienna Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna Airport to the centre of Vienna has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vienna Airport (VIE)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Vienna. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Ljubljana Airport to Vienna Airport for July if you want to explore Vienna during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LJU to VIE in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Austria
Vienna is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Austria you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres south-west of Vienna, a visit to Graz will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Austria, head for Linz, roughly 153 kilometres west of Vienna. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are among its highlights.