How Much Is a Taxi from Vienna Airport? Prices in 2026
A taxi from Vienna Airport (VIE) to the city centre usually costs 35 to 60 € on the meter, depending on the district, traffic and time of day. A pre-booked car with a fixed price costs about 36 to 44 €. With Transfer Europe a private transfer from Vienna Airport to your hotel costs from 40 € per car, with a name sign in the arrivals hall and free waiting.
The ride takes 20 to 30 minutes. Below you will find all options with prices, so you can choose what suits you best.
Private transfer instead of changes
Door to door, the price is fixed when you book, 24/7. We usually reply within an hour.
Vienna Airport to the city: prices compared
| Option | Price | Travel time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi from the taxi rank (meter) | 35 to 60 € per car | 20 to 30 min | the final price depends on traffic, district and time; night surcharges are possible |
| Pre-booked taxi with fixed price | about 36 to 44 € per car | 20 to 30 min | price agreed in advance |
| Private transfer Transfer Europe | from 40 € per car | 20 to 30 min | name sign in the arrivals hall, free waiting, fixed price, child seats on request |
| Uber or Bolt | changes with demand | 20 to 30 min | prices go up at busy times |
| CAT (premium bus until October 2027) | 14.90 € per person | about 21 min to Wien Mitte | the CAT train line is closed, buses run instead |
| S7 or REX7 train | 5.50 € per person | 20 to 30 min | until October 2027 S7 ends at St. Marx, REX7 goes to Wien Hauptbahnhof |
Prices are for one way. Taxi and transfer prices are per car, train and bus prices are per person.
When is a taxi or transfer cheaper than the train?
For one person travelling light, the train or the CAT bus is the cheapest. For two or more people the car quickly catches up: three people pay 44.70 € for the CAT, while a car to the hotel door costs from 40 € in total. With large suitcases, children or a late flight, the car is also much easier.
What makes the taxi price higher
- Traffic: on the meter you pay for every minute in a traffic jam on the A4 motorway.
- Night and weekends: many taxis add a surcharge in the evening and at night.
- District: the far side of Vienna, for example Hütteldorf or Floridsdorf, costs more than the centre.
- Extras: child seats, a large car or extra luggage may cost more.
With a pre-booked transfer the price is fixed when you book and does not change, even if the flight is delayed.
How to book a transfer from Vienna Airport
Send us your flight number, the address in Vienna and the number of passengers via the booking form, on WhatsApp or by phone +421 948 232 848. We confirm the fixed price, usually within an hour. You can find all routes from the airport on the Vienna Airport transfer page, including Vienna Airport to Bratislava.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Vienna Airport to the city centre?
Usually 35 to 60 € on the meter, or about 36 to 44 € with a fixed price booked in advance. A private transfer with Transfer Europe costs from 40 € per car.
How long does a taxi from Vienna Airport to the city take?
20 to 30 minutes, longer in rush hour.
Is the price per person or per car?
Taxi and transfer prices are per car. Train and CAT tickets are per person.
Does the CAT train still run?
From 24 August 2026 to 31 October 2027 the CAT runs as a premium bus between the airport and Wien Mitte, because of construction on the rail line.
Can I pay by card?
With Transfer Europe you can pay in cash, by card or by bank transfer.
Public transport prices and timetables as of October 2026, from City Airport Train and wien.info. Taxi prices are typical ranges and can change.
Private transfer instead of changes
Door to door, the price is fixed when you book, 24/7. We usually reply within an hour.
