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Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Take a flight from Erfurt to Vienna and enjoy the approximately 306 miles (493 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 17:10.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 10m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 5:10 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Cheapest price
$176
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 54 m
Flights per day
21
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Erfurt to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Vienna will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $176.
It's difficult to get from Erfurt to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 1656 · S8+
OS212
ICE 1656 · S8+
OS214
ICE 593 · ICE 728+
OS212
ICE 593 · ICE 728+
OS214
ICE 1656 · S8+
OS208
ICE 593 · ICE 728+
OS210
ICE 837 · ICE 722+
OS214
ICE 1656 · S8+
OS208
ICE 839 · ICE 628+
DE4349
ICE 839 · ICE 628+
OS216Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$155 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt to Vienna:
A bus is $92 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Vienna costing on average $155 (€126).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 39m.
Bus takes on average 8h 5m.
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Vienna flights for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1556 · S8+ LO4926+ LO5013 | 4:16 PM Erfurt Hbf | 23h34 | 3:50 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, August 14 | |||||
ICE 1656 · S8+ OS212 | 6:16 AM Erfurt Hbf | 10h59 | 5:15 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1656 · S8+ OS208 | 6:16 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h59 | 2:15 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1656 · S8+ OS214 | 6:16 AM Erfurt Hbf | 12h24 | 6:40 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 728+ OS212 | 7:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 9h45 | 5:15 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 728+ OS214 | 7:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 11h10 | 6:40 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 728+ OS210 | 7:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h35 | 3:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1654 · S8+ OS214 | 8:16 AM Erfurt Hbf | 10h24 | 6:40 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1654 · S8+ OS216 | 8:16 AM Erfurt Hbf | 12h39 | 8:55 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1654 · S8+ OS212 | 8:16 AM Erfurt Hbf | 8h59 | 5:15 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 837 · ICE 722+ OS214 | 10:50 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h50 | 6:40 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 837 · ICE 722+ OS216 | 10:50 AM Erfurt Hbf | 10h05 | 8:55 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 837 · ICE 722+ OS220 | 10:50 AM Erfurt Hbf | 12h15 | 11:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2587 · ICE 720+ OS220 | 11:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 11h35 | 11:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2587 · ICE 720+ OS216 | 11:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 9h25 | 8:55 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2587 · ICE 720+ DE4349 | 11:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 9h20 | 8:50 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 1716+ OS220 | 12:16 PM Erfurt Hbf | 10h49 | 11:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 1716+ OS216 | 12:16 PM Erfurt Hbf | 8h39 | 8:55 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 1716+ DE4349 | 12:16 PM Erfurt Hbf | 8h34 | 8:50 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
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