Travelling from Seattle to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Seattle. Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to VIE.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Seattle to VIE with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SEA and VIE include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kms (14 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Vienna International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Seattle. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to VIE flight:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Consider booking a hotel close to VIE if you have a late flight from Seattle to Vienna International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Vienna International Airport flight.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Central Vienna is around 18 kms (11 miles) from Vienna International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
£167 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Vienna International Airport. Return flights start from £409. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to VIE. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Seattle to Vienna International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
December is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Vienna International Airport (VIE), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Vienna based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Seattle to VIE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vienna to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Vienna International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Vienna
After booking your flight from Seattle to Vienna International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vienna:
Your visit to Vienna isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you can't miss include Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Explore more of Austria
You've visited Vienna, now it's time to discover more of Austria. Travel around 145 kms (90 miles) southwest to Graz to check off its leading sights. From Cathedral to Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Linz is another favourite destination in Austria and is around 177 kms (110 miles) west of Vienna. No trip is complete without seeing Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).