Rent a car in Vienna Airport

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Vienna International Airport - Vienna-Schwechat

Vienna Airport is an international airport located 18 kilometers southeast of Vienna and is the busiest airport in Austria. The name "Vienna-Schwechat" comes from the nearest town, Schwechat. Created in 1938 for military purposes, Vienna Airport later became used for civil aviation.

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The airport can accommodate wide-body aircraft such as < a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_747" target="_blank">Boeing 747 and Airbus A340 and Airbus A380. Vienna-Schwechat Airport is the hub for Austrian Airlines and its subsidiaries. In 2008, at the World Airport Awards, Vienna-Schwechat Airport was recognized as the best airport in Central and Eastern Europe.

There are 4 passenger terminals at Vienna Airport: 1, 1A, 2 and 3, serving flights of many world airlines, including those that are classified as "low-cost", and a separate terminal for VIP passengers.

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  • 1A - Located in a separate building across from Terminal 1. Accepts flights from low cost carriers.
  • 1 - Used by Aeroflot, Airbaltic, British Airways, Air Moldova, Iberia and others.
  • 2 - Served mainly international flights.
  • 3 - The newest airport terminal, opened in June 2012. It has a capacity of up to 30 million passengers per year and serves the majority of international flights. Terminal 3 has a central arrivals area that serves passengers from all terminals.
  • VIP - Serves passengers on private and business flights, as well as customers who have ordered VIP services.

Airport details:

  • Vienna International Airport (Flughafen Wien-Schwechat)
  • P.O. Box 1, A-1300 Vienna Airport, Austria
  • IATA Code: VIE
  • Latitude: 48.12
  • Longitude: 16.56
  • Official website: www.viennaairport.com
  • Help: +43 (1) 700-722-233


How to get to the center of Vienna

There are several ways to get to the city from the airport:

  1. Rented car at Vienna Airport is the most comfortable and fastest option. There are many counters of large car rental companies at Vienna International Airport (Europcar, Interrent, Thrifty, Avis) that will allow you to quickly pick up a car of the required capacity and class.
  2. Taxi is also a fast option, but quite expensive, the price starts from 45 euros.
  3. Bus - The city center can be reached by the Vienna-Airport-Service Shuttle and the Vienna Airport Lines Express Bus. The bus runs from 6:00 to 0:30 every half hour. The cost of the trip is 6-8 euros, the travel time depends on the final stop and varies from 20 minutes to one hour.
  4. High-speed train from CAT (City Airport Train), belonging to the airport, will take 16 minutes to the Wien Mitte stop (these are lines U3, U4). The movement is carried out from 6:05 to 23:35. A one-way fare is €20.
  5. Electric Train is the cheapest option, the Schnellzug (S-Bahn) S7 train runs every half an hour to the Wien Mitte stop. A ticket bought from a machine will cost about 5 euros.

How to get to the city center in a rental car Vienna

To the center of Vienna, and one of the main attractions of the city, St. Stephen's Cathedral can be reached in 25 minutes, the duration of the route is about 20 km, the path passes through a toll road.

From Vienna Airport, exit onto the A4, head southeast on Abflugstraße, turn left onto Towerstraße, then onto Ausfahrtsstraße, head onto the A4 (this is a toll road) towards Schüttelstraße/B227, turn left onto Salztorbrücke, then onto Vorlaufstraße, at the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Marc-Aurel-Straße, turn those left on Brandstätte and you're near St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna.

How to find the car rental office at Vienna Airport

You can rent a car at Vienna Airport or one of the offices of companies that offer these services.

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To rent a car at Vienna Airport, you need to find a place where the racks of rental companies are concentrated. Upon arrival, we recommend that you follow the "Car rental" signs, which will lead you to the counters of car rental companies.

Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Green motion

Most popular car class

Mini

Average price

32 € / Day

Best price

23 € / Day

Average cost for 7 days of rent:

January
€173
February
€149
March
€153
April
€240
May
€248
June
€281
July
€304
August
€260
September
€190
October
€152
November
€142
December
€209

* Data calculated based on car bookings for the previous 2 years.

A percentage showing the monthly occupancy of the fleet of available vehicles. During August, there is a maximum demand for car rental, which entails a decrease in the range of cars available for order. You should take care of booking a car in Vienna Airport in advance, this will allow you to get the preferred option on the most favorable financial terms.

The best time to rent a car in Vienna Airport is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €18 for a Compact car.

In summer, the demand for car rental reaches its peak. The choice of available cars is decreasing. At the same time, the price of the service almost doubles! For example, in July, the average rental price of the popular car model Audi A4 reaches €47 per day.

Car rentals in nearest cities

Nearest airports

Graz - Airport
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Klagenfurt - Airport
234.6 km / 145.8 miles
Salzburg - Airport
268 km / 166.5 miles

Nearest cities

Vienna City
16.9 km / 10.5 miles
Graz - City
144.5 km / 89.8 miles
Linz
168.8 km / 104.9 miles
Klagenfurt
237.9 km / 147.8 miles
Villach
263.9 km / 164 miles
Salzburg Downtown
264.1 km / 164.1 miles
Zell am See
295.2 km / 183.4 miles

Daily rental price depending on classes of cars

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A/C
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Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
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2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
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3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
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4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
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3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
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3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
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4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

In Vienna Airport you can choose from over 40 models of different car classes and for any budget. We provide only new cars with low mileage. You can easily choose a familiar car, and we guarantee its safety and perfect technical condition.

What affects the cost of renting a car in Vienna Airport? These are three indicators: car class, time of year and rental period. The highest prices are in summer, and the lowest are in autumn and winter. The tariff is reduced if you order the service for a long time. Some specific examples: a compact model Opel Astra in March-April costs about €18 per day. But book a car right away for a week - and the price will drop to €23 per day. These are standard prices for budget cars. The middle class will cost an average of €45-€34 per 24 hours. This can be Audi A4, BMW 5 Series Estate or VW Tiguan. In Vienna Airport convertibles can be rented for a minimum of €69. Luxury models raise the bar to €171 per day. Some exclusive cars are valued at more than 400€ per day.

In recent years in Vienna Airport the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent Renault Zoe in Vienna Airport by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.

Documents needed to rent a car

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

Everything you need to know about car hire in Vienna Airport

Download Google maps for offline access

The presence of an offline navigator allows you to save on roaming. It is enough just to download the necessary maps from Google Maps and get directions even without a network connection. To do this, enter the phrase "OK MAPS" in the application, select the desired area and download offline maps to your smartphone.

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Book in advance

Vienna Airport is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.

It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.

Which car to choose

Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Ford Ka or Opel Astra. These models are the most popular with our customers in Vienna Airport.

In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. BMW 5 Series Estate will cost €47 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.

What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance recommendations

Rental companies in Vienna Airport may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:

  • Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
  • Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
  • Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.

If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged. Vienna - Airport 5

Fuel prepayment terms

For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:

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If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.

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Rent without mileage limit

According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Vienna Airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

Which rental company to choose

Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.

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Our clients name the top companies in Vienna Airport - EUROPCAR with an average rating 9.9 points and SIXT with 9 points.

We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.

Getting a car at a rental office

Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.

Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.

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