Travelling from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Vienna Airport (VIE): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport.
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.
Flights from SAW to VIE start from 08:10 — the earliest with Pegasus. The last service of the day is at 18:15 with Pegasus. Overall, there are 25 weekly Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SAW to VIE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Vienna — and maybe even more of Austria if time allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Pegasus Airlines.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SAW to VIE flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAW and VIE:
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
Prague Airport
Skopje Airport
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
68% of flights that depart Istanbul Sabiha Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Istanbul Sabiha Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SAW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Vienna Airport (VIE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VIE instead:
Follow your own route with a Vienna Airport rental car. Book your wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and venture far and wide through Vienna and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Vienna Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Vienna Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
From Vienna Airport, Vienna is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Vienna Airport (VIE)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Vienna based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Vienna is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Vienna Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to VIE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Austria
You've done Vienna, now it's time to discover more of Austria. Journey around 145 kilometres south-west to Graz to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cathedral to Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Linz is another well-known destination in Austria and is around 153 kilometres west of Vienna. No trip is complete without a visit to Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).