How long is the flight from South Africa to Austria?

The flight from South Africa to Austria depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Vienna Intl (the most popular airport in Austria), then the flight time is 14h on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Vienna Intl, then the average flight time is 14h 10m.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Austria?

Austria is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (81%) visit Vienna more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Austria include Salzburg and Graz.

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 19

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Dec 25

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 25

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Condor

Apr 15

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May 22

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Flights to Innsbruck

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Feb 6

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Austrian Airlines

Feb 5

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British Airways

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17:15 - 17:30

CPT

VIE

25h 15m1 stop

6:45 - 11:50

VIE

CPT

28h 05m1 stop

R10 697Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 3

9:50 - 6:10

JNB

VIE

21h 20m1 stop

10:55 - 8:20

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R11 206Etihad Airways

Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 28

14:35 - 6:05

CPT

VIE

16h 30m1 stop

22:30 - 14:35

VIE

CPT

15h 05m1 stop

R11 410Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

14:35 - 6:05

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VIE

16h 30m1 stop

22:30 - 14:35

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CPT

15h 05m1 stop

R11 444Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 9

17:15 - 8:25

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VIE

16h 10m1 stop

16:35 - 11:50

VIE

CPT

19h 15m1 stop

R11 478Turkish Airlines

Thu, Dec 25 - Tue, Sep 15

9:25 - 22:10

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VIE

13h 45m1 stop

20:15 - 15:15

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CPT

18h 00m2 stops

R11 851SWISS

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

1:35 - 22:45

JNB

VIE

22h 10m2 stops

12:15 - 10:55

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21h 40m2 stops

R12 140Kenya Airways

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 28

5:25 - 11:30

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VIE

31h 05m2 stops

6:50 - 15:50

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R12 191Kenya Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

18:55 - 15:00

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21h 05m1 stop

17:25 - 12:10

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CPT

17h 45m1 stop

R16 266British Airways

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15

7:00 - 15:00

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33h 00m2 stops

17:25 - 12:10

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CPT

17h 45m1 stop

R16 300British Airways

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Cape TownVienna

CPT - VIE

CPTVIE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

17:15-17:30

1 stop25h 15m

Vienna Intl

Tue 3/2

6:45-11:50

1 stop28h 05m

R10 697

JohannesburgVienna

JNB - VIE

JNBVIE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

9:50-6:10

1 stop21h 20m

Vienna Intl

Sat 28/2

10:55-8:20

1 stop20h 25m

R11 206

Cape TownVienna

CPT - VIE

CPTVIE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

14:35-6:05

1 stop16h 30m

Vienna Intl

Wed 4/2

22:30-14:35

1 stop15h 05m

R11 410

Cape TownVienna

CPT - VIE

CPTVIE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

14:35-6:05

1 stop16h 30m

Vienna Intl

Mon 9/2

22:30-14:35

1 stop15h 05m

R11 444

Cape TownVienna

CPT - VIE

CPTVIE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/12

17:15-8:25

1 stop16h 10m

Vienna Intl

Tue 15/9

16:35-11:50

1 stop19h 15m

R11 478

Cape TownVienna

CPT - VIE

CPTVIE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

9:25-22:10

1 stop13h 45m

Vienna Intl

Wed 28/1

20:15-15:15

2 stops18h 00m

R11 851

JohannesburgVienna

JNB - VIE

JNBVIE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

1:35-22:45

2 stops22h 10m

Vienna Intl

Sat 28/2

12:15-10:55

2 stops21h 40m

R12 140

JohannesburgVienna

JNB - VIE

JNBVIE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

5:25-11:30

2 stops31h 05m

Vienna Intl

Tue 27/1

6:50-15:50

2 stops32h 00m

R12 191

Cape TownInnsbruck

CPT - INN

CPTINN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

18:55-15:00

1 stop21h 05m

Innsbruck Kranebitten

Sun 15/2

17:25-12:10

1 stop17h 45m

R16 266

Cape TownInnsbruck

CPT - INN

CPTINN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

7:00-15:00

2 stops33h 00m

Innsbruck Kranebitten

Sun 15/2

17:25-12:10

1 stop17h 45m

R16 300

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Austria flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Austria?

Lufthansa, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Austria from South Africa according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 25% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Austria. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Austria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Austria flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 873
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 697
Fastest flight time	25h 30m

The best one-way flight price to Austria from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 873 (Cape Town Intl to Vienna Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Austria from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 697 (Cape Town Intl to Vienna Intl).

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The fastest flight to Austria from South Africa takes 25h 30m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Vienna Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Austria

What is the cheapest flight to Austria?

The cheapest flights to Austria recently found by momondo users are R2 418 with Austrian Airlines, R6 702 with Condor, and R9 159 with SWISS.

Which airlines fly to Austria?

There are 14 airlines that fly to Austria on a routine basis, but Lufthansa, Emirates and Ethiopian Air happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 25% of those who searched for flights to Austria looked to travel with Lufthansa, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in Austria to fly to?

Vienna Intl is the most popular airport in Austria to fly to, with 82% of all users travelling to Austria opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Vienna, which is the city in Austria that is closest to Vienna Intl, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Austria?

Sunday is the best day of the week to fly to Austria based on flight prices. Wednesday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Austria, then try to avoid flying out on a Saturday since this is when prices are at their highest.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Austria?

Prices for flights to Austria are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Austria?

There are 14 operators available for flights to Austria as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Austria?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Austria.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Austria?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Austria may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Austria. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Austria?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Austria. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Can I find flights to Austria with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Austria to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Austria?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Austria.