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Fly direct from Cologne to Vienna for the quickest, most convenient way to reach Austria’s elegant capital — fewer hassles, no layovers, and more time to enjoy the city. While connecting flights can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop journey saves hours and delivers a more comfortable travel experience, making it worth booking when convenience matters.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Cologne to Vienna:
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The Cologne — Vienna route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Ryanair, Air Malta, Eurowings, East African Safari Air, LC Busre SAC, and Freebird Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $28. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
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Cologne — Vienna
01/08/2026
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FR9481
Starting at $28
Cologne — Vienna
12/02/2025
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KM9481
Starting at $40
Cologne — Vienna
03/05/2026
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FR9481
Starting at $43
Cologne — Vienna
12/03/2025
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FR9481
Starting at $49
Cologne — Vienna
02/16/2026
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FR9481
Starting at $49
Cologne — Vienna
02/28/2026
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FR9484
Starting at $53
Cologne — Vienna
12/07/2025
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FR9484
Starting at $57
Cologne — Vienna
12/16/2025
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Direct flight
FR9481
Starting at $60
Cologne — Vienna
11/26/2025
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FR9481
Starting at $65
Cologne — Vienna
12/04/2025
Departure
Direct flight
FR9481
Starting at $67
Austrian Airlines
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
Starting at $87
Eurowings
Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
Starting at $75
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is the region’s main international gateway and often serves both full-service carriers and a strong mix of low-cost airlines, cargo operators and charter flights. Located about 15 km southeast of Cologne’s city centre, travel times typically range from 15–25 minutes by regional train or S-Bahn and around 20–35 minutes by taxi; fares for trains are usually modest while taxis can be noticeably costlier. The airport’s compact terminals can make connections straightforward, though peak periods may feel crowded. Routes from here can be competitively priced compared with larger hubs, and rail and bus links provide reliable alternatives to driving.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) serves as Austria’s main international gateway and functions as a full-service hub for major carriers, including national airline connections and numerous European and intercontinental routes; low-cost carriers also operate scheduled flights. Located about 18 km southeast of the city center, it is typically perceived as mid-range to premium in price compared with smaller regional airports. Travelers can reach central Vienna by City Airport Train (CAT) in roughly 16 minutes, by S-Bahn in about 25 minutes, or by taxi and shuttle buses taking 20–30 minutes; fares generally fall between budget public-transport rates and higher taxi/shuttle fees. Pros: extensive amenities, regular international connections and reliable public links. Cons: can be busy during peak periods and transfer times may be longer than at smaller domestic fields.
The cheapest one-way flight from Cologne to Vienna departs on 01/08/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $28
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Cologne to Vienna departs on 03/20/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $91
Fastest flight from Cologne to Vienna takes 1h 30m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Cologne and Vienna is 742km (460 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 30m. There are 35 direct flights from Cologne to Vienna. Cologne and Vienna are in the same time zone. Flights from Cologne begin at 6:30 AM. The latest flight from Cologne departs at 8:25 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from Cologne to Vienna according to data for the last 48 hours costs $28
Often the best time to buy tickets from Cologne to Vienna is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Cologne to Vienna can be found flying in these months: January, March, February.
The fastest flights from Cologne to Vienna start from 1 hour 30 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Cologne — Vienna: Ryanair, Air Malta
The minimum one-way ticket price from Cologne to Vienna is $28 (January 2026), while the maximum is $65 (November 2025). On average, a ticket costs $49–$110.