- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Flights from Leipzig to Vienna depart on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $268 (€219) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest flight covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 1h 10m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $268 (€219) |
Flights per day 9 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 5:30 AM |
Last flight 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$364
Average price
$480
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Flights per day
23
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Leipzig to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Vienna will cost around $480 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $364.
Of the 23 flights that leave Leipzig for Vienna onSun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct flights cover the 451 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the longest flights will take 6 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
S2 · ICE 508 · 21897+
LO390
IC 2572+
OS228
IC 2572+
OS232
IC 2572+
OS230
ICE 606 · 21833+
OS226
OS286
LH157+
LH6420
ICE 930 · 21893+
OS234
ICE 606 · 21833+
OS226
ICE 604 · 21849+
OS228Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. 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 $33, and a flight costs an average of $268.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$596 Average price | $150 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Vienna:
A bus is $97 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Vienna costing on average $150 (€123).
A bus is $542 (€444) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Vienna costing on average $596 (€487).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 5m.
Bus takes on average 8h 30m.
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Vienna flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH157+ LH6420 | 6:50 PM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 4h15 | 11:05 PM Vienna International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
ICE 606 · 21833+ OS226 | 6:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 6h13 | 12:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 606 · 21833+ OS228 | 6:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h33 | 2:45 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 606 · 21833+ OS230 | 6:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 10h13 | 4:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 2044 · ICE 698 · 21843+ OS228 | 6:53 AM Leipzig Hbf | 7h52 | 2:45 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 2044 · ICE 698 · 21843+ OS230 | 6:53 AM Leipzig Hbf | 9h32 | 4:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 2044 · ICE 698 · 21843+ OS232 | 6:53 AM Leipzig Hbf | 11h17 | 6:10 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 2572+ OS228 | 7:22 AM Leipzig Hbf | 7h23 | 2:45 PM Vienna International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IC 2572+ OS230 | 7:22 AM Leipzig Hbf | 9h03 | 4:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IC 2572+ OS232 | 7:22 AM Leipzig Hbf | 10h48 | 6:10 PM Vienna International Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 604 · 21849+ OS230 | 7:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h35 | 4:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 604 · 21849+ OS228 | 7:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 6h55 | 2:45 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 604 · 21849+ OS232 | 7:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 10h20 | 6:10 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 1600 · 21889+ OS234 | 12:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h18 | 7:50 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 1600 · 21889+ OS236 | 12:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 9:00 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 1600 · 21889+ OS238 | 12:32 PM Leipzig Hbf | 9h53 | 10:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 930 · 21893+ OS238 | 1:38 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h47 | 10:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 930 · 21893+ OS236 | 1:38 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h22 | 9:00 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 930 · 21893+ OS234 | 1:38 PM Leipzig Hbf | 6h12 | 7:50 PM Vienna International Airport | 2 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 508 · 21897+ OS238 | 1:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h33 | 10:25 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 508 · 21897+ OS236 | 1:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 7h08 | 9:00 PM Vienna International Airport | 3 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 508 · 21897+ LO390 | 1:52 PM Leipzig Hbf | 18h38 | 8:30 AM Vienna International Airport | 4 transfers | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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Most Leipzig to Vienna flights use the Leipzig/Halle Airport to Vienna International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Vienna airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Leipzig/Halle Airport is 2 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig/Halle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig/Halle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig/Halle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Vienna International Airport is 7 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals, near the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vienna International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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