Your Complete Car Rental Guide for Exploring Vienna Airport with Ease
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.
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.
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)
There are several ways to get to the city from the airport:
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.
Taxi is also a fast option, but quite expensive, the price starts from 45 euros.
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.
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.
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.
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
Alamo
Most popular car class
Mini
Average price
31 € / Day
Best price
22 € / Day
How the price changes depending on the month
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 €22 for a Compact car.
Convertibles are especially popular in summer. It is difficult to find a free car for rent, and you will have to pay more than usual for a trip with a breeze. Renting Chevrolet Camaro during Summer period can costs €172 per day.
We have the largest selection of cars in Vienna Airport. What do we offer:
New cars 2024 of the year.
Cars of any class from budget to premium.
A wide range of models: convertibles, sedans, SUVs, minivans.
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 Ford Fiesta in March-April costs about€22 per day. But book a car right away for a week - and the price will drop to €14 per day. These are standard prices for budget cars. The middle class will cost an average of €29-€37 per 24 hours. This can be VW Jetta,BMW 5 Series Estate or VW Tiguan. In Vienna Airport convertibles can be rented for a minimum of €73. Luxury models raise the bar to €172 per day. Some exclusive cars are valued at more than 400€ per day.
The demand for electric cars is growing not only in the segment of their sales. These cars are just as popular when renting, which is often accompanied by the provision of a free parking space and the possibility of free car charging around the city. To rent an electric car you should set the appropriate filter. Moreover, the rental of VW E-Vision when ordering in Vienna Airport will cost quite a modest amount.
List of required documents
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Expert Car Rental Tips: 10 Things to Keep in Mind
Download Google maps for offline access
All modern smartphones have a GPS function. You can save on the "Navigator" service and roaming charges for the Internet if you download maps in the Google Maps application in advance. Offline maps also support route building and navigation. To download a map - open the area you need by controlling the scale, and enter "ok maps" in the search.
Early Booking Discount
Vienna Airport is a popular tourist destination, so car rental is consistently in demand. The earlier you book a car, the more options there will be and the lower the prices will be. Choose transport online at least 6 weeks before your visit. Better yet, do it as soon as you start planning your vacation. If plans change, you can cancel your booking without penalty up to 48 hours before it starts.
Which car to choose
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Renault Twingo or Ford Fiesta. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting BMW 5 Series Estate in Vienna Airport will cost €34 per day.
What you need to pay attention to when 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 advice
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). 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 Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Check out the fuel policy
When you pick up your car, you may be asked to pay for a full tank of fuel right away. This condition will suit you if you plan to travel long distances. For a couple of trips around the city, you don’t need so much fuel, and therefore it doesn’t make sense to overpay. Pay attention to the fuel policy when booking a car. If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Rent without mileage limit
Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a limit on the daily mileage for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter "Unlimited mileage" to see the offers you need.
Compare prices and conditions from different car 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.
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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