Austrian Airlines
Austria’s full-service flag carrier, linking its Vienna hub with destinations across Europe and selected long-haul markets as a member of the Lufthansa Group.
About Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines is Austria’s flag carrier and traces its present corporate history to 1957, with scheduled operations beginning in 1958. The airline emerged from the merger of Air Austria and Austrian Airways and maintains a distinct Austrian identity in its branding and service. It has been wholly owned by the Lufthansa Group since 2009, while continuing to operate under its own name and airline codes.
Vienna International Airport is the airline’s primary hub and the centre of a network serving 113 destinations across 57 countries through 246 routes. Its coverage is concentrated on Europe, including strong links with Central and Eastern Europe, supplemented by selected services to Asia, Africa and other long-haul markets. Vienna, Frankfurt, Graz, Cologne and Dusseldorf are its busiest departure points by route count.
Austrian’s current passenger operations are principally associated with Airbus A320-family narrow-body aircraft, regional jets and wide-body Boeing aircraft, with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners being introduced for long-haul renewal. Route records also include A319, A320, A321, A330-300, A340, ATR 42 and 72, Boeing 737 variants, Avro RJ100, Antonov An-148 and other types used in differing operational or historical contexts. Cabins vary by aircraft and route, with Economy and Business Class widely offered and Premium Economy available on applicable long-haul services.
Austrian Airlines has been a Star Alliance member since 2000, allowing coordinated itineraries and reciprocal benefits across the alliance network. Its frequent-flyer programme is Miles & More, which it shares with Lufthansa and several affiliated European airlines. Members can earn and redeem miles with participating carriers, while qualifying status passengers may receive lounge access, priority handling and additional baggage benefits, subject to their itinerary and membership tier.
The airline’s main practical strength is its Vienna hub, which supports convenient connections between Western Europe and destinations in Central Europe, Eastern Europe and the Balkans. However, fare inclusions can vary considerably, particularly on European routes, where lower-priced tickets may exclude checked baggage, advance seat selection or flexible changes. Some long-haul and leisure services are seasonal, so nonstop availability and flight frequency may differ significantly across the year.
Good to know
Flying with Austrian Airlines — what to expect
Vienna Hub Connections
Vienna is Austrian Airlines’ main connecting hub and is particularly useful for journeys involving Central or Eastern Europe. Passengers transferring between Schengen and non-Schengen flights should allow time for passport control.
Check Fare Inclusions
Baggage, seat selection and ticket flexibility depend on the fare family and route. The lowest European fares may not include checked baggage, so review the booking conditions before payment.
European Business Class
European Business Class normally uses the same basic seat type as Economy, with the neighbouring seat generally left unoccupied. The fare also includes enhanced airport services and onboard catering.
Long-Haul Cabins
Applicable long-haul flights offer Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class. Check the scheduled aircraft before departure because cabin layouts and seat features can vary.
Miles And More
Passengers can earn Miles & More benefits and use eligible Star Alliance privileges when flying Austrian. Lounge access, priority services and baggage advantages depend on status, cabin and itinerary.
Seasonal Route Changes
Some intercontinental and leisure routes operate seasonally or only on selected days. Confirm the operating dates before arranging separate connections or nonrefundable accommodation.
Network overview
Where Austrian Airlines flies
Austrian Airlines operates 246 routes to 113 destinations across 57 countries, its longest sector reaching Tokyo to Vienna (9,153 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Austrian Airlines flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Tokyo → Vienna
9,153 km · NRT → VIE
The longest sector in the Austrian Airlines network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Austrian Airlines
Tracked Austrian Airlines routes touch Sudan, Ethiopia.
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FAQ
Austrian Airlines — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Austrian Airlines serves European cities such as Frankfurt, Graz, Cologne, Bologna and Florence, alongside leisure and longer-distance destinations including Hurghada and Khartoum. Its network is centred on Vienna and extends across 57 countries.
- Carry-on entitlement depends on the cabin, fare and itinerary, with Business Class generally allowing more than Economy. Passengers should check the current size and weight limits displayed on Austrian Airlines’ baggage page and booking confirmation.
- Vienna is Austrian Airlines’ busiest departure hub by route count. Frankfurt, Graz, Cologne and Dusseldorf follow among its most prominent departure airports.
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- Austrian Airlines’ longest route is Tokyo to Vienna, covering about 9,153 km nonstop. Availability may vary with the operating schedule.
- Austrian Airlines flies to 113 destinations across 57 countries. Its network comprises 246 routes.
- Tickets are often cheaper outside summer, Christmas and major holiday periods, especially when booked in advance. Comparing nearby dates and fare families can reveal better overall value once baggage and seat-selection charges are considered.
- Austrian Airlines’ primary hub is Vienna International Airport. Frankfurt, Graz, Cologne and Dusseldorf are also among its busiest departure points by number of routes.