Vienna Airport
Lasting Impressions....
Memorable comments left by travellers:
"I found a supermarket; yes, that's right, a SUPERMARKET, in the basement." (nmatavka)
"there is a little room/corridor where you can sleep alone, quiet, and not even recognized by anyone." (P)
"No, I would NOT recommend it to anyone to stay there for the night! Pricewise it's a lousy deal." (?)
"I've slept in many airports, Vienna is the very best." (?)
"when bars close down you can actually sleep on their armchairs until 5 am or so (when they open.)" (Gabriel)
"During those hours, ghostly sighing and howling continually emanated from the sound system, and some idiot rode a floor polishing machine for the entire time, passing by us again and again and again and waking us up repeatedly. " (Richard Rosichan)
FEATURED REVIEWS
by trancient
I knew this airport would be small but was surprised with it's offerings. I stayed there for 12 hours on a Friday night. Clean, well lit, and lots of bathrooms. Seemed very safe as I saw many police and one with an automatic weapon.
They have two places that are open 24hrs (Mcdonalds and Strock) on the arrivals level. Save money and buy your coffee at McDonalds and buy other drinks/snacks at Strock. They also have a supermarket (open till 10p) on the lower level towards the train station.
Seating is all metal benching except at one restaurant near arrivals. When it closes you can sleep on their padded seating. Room for only a few bodies.
Cleaners finish around Midnight or so. Airport gets busy again at 5am. Lots of flights in and out but the foot traffic clears out quickly. Airport is adding another terminal so hopefully it will bring additional comforts.
by John
"I stayed in the Vienna airport overnight waiting for a connecting flight to Moscow. We actually had a hotel booked, but couldn't get there due to the travel agent telling us we didn't need visas when in fact we did. The airport is very cold, even in the middle of July. The only type of seating were hard iron-mesh benches which were uncomfortable to sleep on. The staff was horrible. Impolite and absolutely of no help. When I was talking with them, they would frequently look away and just stare into space, like I wasn't there. To top it all off, a few of the other euro-trash passengers walking by (did I mention that all the benches were in busy, noisy hallways?) gave me nasty stares. In some small way, I think that after the experience I could start to see why Hitler was so angry..."
Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
There are 10 lounges at the Vienna airport, but there is one pay-per-use lounge available to all travellers.
- Jet Lounge - offers complimentary beverages (including alcoholic drinks), free internet and WiFi, shower and comfortable seating. Located: airside, next to A-Gates on 2nd floor. Rate: TBA. Hours: 0600-2100
Airport Facilities
- Showers
Located in the lounges. - Luggage Storage / Lockers
Located in the Arrivals area. Hours: 5:30am - 11:30pm. Rates are €3.00 per item per day or part thereof; €7.00 per day for bulky items - WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available in all lounges, waiting areas and in the C-and D-Gates Gates. - Airport Tours
At the VISITAIR Center, you will receive an overview of how airport operates. The centre itself offers visitors information on the airport's history, careers, an "interactive media table" and a "sound station" where you can listen to sample flight, traffic and everyday noise. A more exciting tour option includes a bus ride out on the tarmac. Learn about the cargo facilities, aircraft shipyards, aircraft handling, the airport fire service, etc.. Get a close up view of how they handle the aircraft and the different planes that use this airport. Because of heightened security, all participants must undergo a security check. It is urged that you not take any knives, scissors or sharp objects on the tour.
Location: Airside.
Departs: 08:30am-18:00pm Daily. First tour at 09:00am. Last tour at 17:00pm.
Duration: 50 minutes
Rates: Adults - EUR 8 / Children - EUR 4 - Food / Dining
If you have any food recommendations/warnings, email me and I will add it to the list.
Airport Transportation: Getting There
- City Airport Train - The City Airport Train operates daily from 05.38 a.m. to 23.35 p.m.
Departs from City Air Terminal / Wien Mitt in the city centre. Duration: 16 minutes. Rate: €10.00 - S-Bahn - the suburban railway departs from Wien Mitte. Duration: 24 minutes. Rate: €3.60 (including travel on Vienna public transport)
- Buses, Taxis and Limosines
Nearby Hotels
Airport Maps
Vienna Airport Travel Tips
Here is some information that we've picked out of from your reviews. Be sure to read the review pages for the most up-to-date experiences:
- there is a 24 hours McDonalds and bakery
- seating is limited
- security doesn't bother you
- frequent announcements
Vienna Discount Travel Links
- Hostels and Budget Accommodation in Vienna - I've booked my own accommodation on this site. If you are too old for hostels and too cheap for hotels, like me, you'll find some good properties. They offer dorms, private rooms, B&Bs, Apartments.
