How to travel from Istanbul to Vienna

There are 2 options to travel between Istanbul and Vienna including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $121 (€102).

This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Vienna:

A bus is $427 (€359) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Vienna costing on average $548 (€461).

The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 36m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 29h 51m.

The distance from Istanbul to Vienna is approximately 791 miles (1274 km).

The average frequency per day from Istanbul to Vienna is:

• Around 72 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Istanbul and Vienna as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Istanbul to Vienna:

• Flights mostly depart from Istanbul Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Istanbul to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
• Travel with Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, KLM, Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Azerbaijan Airlines, Air France, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Croatia Airlines, ITA, Egypt Air, TAP Portugal, British Airways to go to Vienna by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Istanbul to Vienna:

• 9 direct flights per day with Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus.

Omio customers who travel from Istanbul to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.