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Cheapest round-trip
$719
Typical prices: $702-$1,074
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/11Mon 11/19
SFO - VIE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$319
Typical prices: $462-$710
SWISS
Fri 2/16
SFO - VIE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Vienna. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $671 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Vienna (SFO-VIE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Vienna

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
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4:45 pm - 9:35 amSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
31h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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8:05 pm - 2:50 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$719Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 20
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8:00 am - 8:35 amSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 35m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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10:30 am - 10:56 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 26m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
$719Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
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8:25 am - 8:15 amSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
14h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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8:15 pm - 4:30 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
29h 15m1 stop Zurich
$720Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Thu, Mar 4
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8:25 am - 10:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
29h 15m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl London Heathrow
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1:55 pm - 1:10 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
32h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
$721Air Canada
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:40 am - 12:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
18h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow
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7:00 am - 12:35 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$723Austrian Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 9
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8:40 am - 12:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
18h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow
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6:00 am - 12:35 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$723Austrian Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
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4:45 pm - 9:35 amSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
31h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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8:05 pm - 2:50 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$724Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 16
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7:25 pm - 7:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
14h 40m1 stop Zurich
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7:00 am - 5:30 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 30m1 stop Zurich
$725SWISS
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 18
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7:25 pm - 7:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
14h 40m1 stop Zurich
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5:35 pm - 4:30 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 55m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Zurich
$730SWISS
Mon, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 18
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8:25 am - 12:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-VIE Vienna Intl
18h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl London Heathrow
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10:40 am - 9:33 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 53m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$738Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Vienna flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Vienna?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Vienna typically range from $702 to $1,074. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $719, on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Vienna?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Vienna. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Vienna?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Vienna at $578 round-trip.
•December ($1,029) and July ($1,011) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Vienna the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Vienna are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Francisco to Vienna flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$319
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 96% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Vienna

When to book flights from San Francisco to Vienna

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Vienna based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Vienna flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Vienna?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Vienna:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:35 pm and lands at 6:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:35 pm and lands at 6:25 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 50m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Vienna?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Vienna:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Vienna?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Vienna takes 11h 50m, covering 5,994 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Vienna?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Vienna flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Vienna range from $702 to $1,074, with an average of $880 over the past 12 months. Anything below $702 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Vienna flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $880 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Francisco to Vienna?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Vienna looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Vienna are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $332, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vienna Intl Airport (VIE)?

    Vienna Intl Airport (VIE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dryyve
    • Wheego
    • Klass Wagen
    • U-Save
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Vienna?

    Flights from San Francisco to Vienna usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Vienna pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Vienna most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Vienna?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from San Francisco to Vienna. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $736 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $950, a difference of $214.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from San Francisco to Vienna?

    Only Air India operates flights between San Francisco and Vienna.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Vienna?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 51m, compared with 15h 12m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 16m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Vienna?

    Vienna is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Vienna?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vienna are Stephansplatz, Austria Center Vienna and Vienna Old Town Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Vienna on KAYAK.

  • Where can I sleep at Vienna International Airport (VIE)?

    If you’re looking for a place to sleep at VIE, Zzzleepandgo provides sleeping pods you can rent to catch some z’s. The establishment offers soundproof sleeping pods with a bed, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a flight status screen. The establishment is in Terminal 3, landside on the second floor. You can also book your stay at the NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, across from the Arrivals Hall, a minute from the terminal. They offer day rooms between 9 am and 7 pm.

  • What are the transport options from Vienna International Airport?

    VIE is served by the S-Bahn and suburban underground railway trains offering quick and cheap downtown connections. The trains take about 25min to get downtown, and you can get tickets from the vending machines at the platforms of the airport station. The City Airport Train also offers nonstop service from VIE, taking about 16min to get downtown. You can also take the bus operated by Vienna Airport Lines, and there are three primary routes to downtown, with the quickest taking about 20min. Taxis are also an option; you’ll find providers in the Arrivals Hall.

  • Does Vienna International Airport offer family services?

    VIE has provided baby changing facilities in all restrooms at the airport and the Family Fun Gate at Terminal 3 airside. Strollers are also available for use at the airport free of charge. You can pick these up at the Baggage Service Center in Terminal 3 and use them up to the gates. If you’re with older kids aged between four and ten, check out the Family Fun Gate playing area in Terminal 3 near the F and G Gates.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport offer accessible services?

    SFO offers barrier-free access with ramps and elevators replacing steps at the airport. Passengers with limited mobility will also have access to accessible restrooms, reserved parking spots, and wheelchair assistance at the airport. Low-vision passengers visiting will get free Aira services and braille signage, while hard-of-hearing passengers get visual paging services and TTY telephones.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Vienna flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $736, about $214 less than Friday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Vienna trip for January. Fares historically average $578 round-trip in that month - typically $451 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Vienna Intl Airport.

    • Moxy Vienna Airport
    • NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the largest airports on the west coast. It includes four terminals, all connected by walkways and served by an Air Train that runs every 5-10min.
  • If you’re traveling with Fido through SFO, the airport has provided pet relief areas for your pet. There are several indoor and outdoor pet relief areas at SFO, and you’ll find them around Courtyards 2, 3, and 4, and Gates B6, C5-C7, and F11.
  • About 2,486 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from San Francisco to Vienna. You can fly more sustainably with KLM, which offers a flight that emits 44% less carbon per passenger on this route.
  • No nonstop flights are operating between San Francisco and Vienna. All flights must include at least one layover, and the most common layover cities are Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, London, and Amsterdam.
  • If you have urgent business to attend to before your flight, use the business center at SFO. The business center is in the International Terminal in the main hall, offering various business services, including mobile rentals, faxing, copying, and printing services.

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Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Vienna Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Vienna Intl

Monday

Air India

Air India

Tuesday

Air India

Air India

Friday

Air India

Air India

Saturday

Air India

Air India

Sunday

Air India

Air India

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