Cheap Flights from Cologne to Vienna

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Vienna flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Cologne to Vienna

Cologne to Vienna: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Vienna below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Vienna.

Cologne to Vienna: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found53 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineAustrian Airlines
Average flights per week68

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Vienna: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Vienna is 53 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Vienna.
Austrian Airlines, Eurowings and Smart Wings fly direct from Cologne to Vienna.
As of April 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from Cologne to Vienna.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Vienna is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Vienna Airport on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vienna but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vienna is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Vienna.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Vienna's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cologne.

  • You can choose from 33 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:05.

  • To ensure you catch your CGN to VIE flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport. When you're ready to start your Vienna adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Austria:

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Eurowings.

  • Eurowings ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CGN to VIE flights, with 93.14% of services arriving on schedule.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CGN and VIE:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Hamburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport flight is 27 €. A return fare right now is 53 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CGN to VIE.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CGN to VIE.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, 74.45% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CGN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • If you're getting in on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near VIE:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Vienna International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and experience more of Vienna and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Vienna International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna

  • Vienna International Airport to the centre of Vienna has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

When to fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Vienna. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • Book your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport for July if you want to explore Vienna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to VIE in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.

Explore more of Austria

  • You've seen Vienna, now it's time to explore other parts of Austria. Journey around 145 kilometres south-west to Graz to tick off its top attractions. From Schlossberg to Kunsthaus Graz and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 153 kilometres west of Vienna, Linz is another essential stop in Austria. Start your sightseeing at Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Hauptplatz.

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