Travelling from Rome to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Rome's main base, Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport (VIE).
The average duration of a direct Rome to Vienna International Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Rome and Vienna (where Vienna International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Vienna International Airport (VIE), with 26 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from FCO to VIE is the 5:45am Ryanair option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 9:30pm with Austrian.
Your flight from Rome to VIE won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport (VIE) out of Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
When departing from FCO, you can take a direct flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport with Austrian.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between FCO and VIE is Austrian Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, Ryanair leads the way for on-time arrivals.
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Rome Ciampino Airport and VIE are:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to VIE flight:
Rome Ciampino Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Have a late flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near VIE and shut your eyes sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Rome to Vienna International Airport flight.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
From Vienna International Airport, central Vienna is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
At the moment, R 304 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Vienna International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 702. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Vienna. July is when most people book flights from Rome to Vienna International Airport (VIE), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Rome to VIE plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vienna to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Vienna International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Vienna
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vienna right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rome to Vienna International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Vienna when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Historic Centre of Vienna followed by Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Explore more of Austria
Vienna has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Austria you should also see. About 145 kilometres southwest of Vienna, a visit to Graz will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Austria, consider Linz, about 177 kilometres west of Vienna. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are highlights.