How to get from Cologne to Vienna
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We compared the ways to travel from Cologne to Vienna. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 743 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €60, on Sun, Sep 6.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
743 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €148Checked Sep 5 | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €47Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 12h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€148Checked Sep 51h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€47Omio catalogue, Sep 912h 20m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Cologne to Vienna: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Cologne/Bonn Airport → Vienna Internationalflight
Eurowings·1h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Cologne to Vienna
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
Departures from Cologne to Vienna
FlixBus runs 16 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 16 | 00:20 | 23:35 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
EurowingsCologne/Bonn Airport-Vienna InternationalSee live options and dates →
FlixBusCologne-ViennaBook →On this route you travel with Eurowings, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Cologne to Vienna works
Start with a Eurowings flight from Cologne to Vienna, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €148 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Cologne to Vienna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Vienna?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Vienna from Cologne?
About 743 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Cologne to Vienna cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €148. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Cologne to Vienna?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Cologne to Vienna?
About 1h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Cologne and Vienna?
Cologne is CGN and Vienna is VIE, so this route is usually written CGN to VIE.
Which operators run Cologne to Vienna?
On this route you travel with Eurowings, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Vienna?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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