Vienna Airport or Schwechat Airport as it is often referred to locally is the biggest and busiest airport in Austria. It receives over 21 million passengers a year from destinations worldwide and is a major European hub. Austrian Airlines and Fly Niki are just two airlines based there. If you have car hire at Vienna Airport, the city is 18 km away and around 40 minutes drive away.
Vienna Airport has 3 terminals at the present time. Terminals 1 and 2 are used for international flights and will move to the new Skylink terminal, once it is complete. Terminal 1a is used for low cost airlines. There are plenty of facilities at Vienna Airport for every traveller. The Jet Lounge and Air Lounge can be used by business class passengers or they can be booked for a fee. There are 2 airport information desks to provide assistance with all your enquiries and there is free Wi-Fi access if you wish to surf the net whilst you wait. There are 10 banks or currency exchange booths with ATMs for all your money services. If you want to shop, you will be spoilt for choice, with over 65 outlets with everything from local products at Wine and More to luxury designer goods by names such as Versace and Hermes. Your last minute journey essentials can be bought at Press and More. There is also a pharmacy and hair salon should you require them. If you get hungry, there are over 25 food outlets, you can grab a snack at Strock or have Viennese specialities at Johann Strauss and have a drink and snack at Dubliner Pub. The NH hotel is onsite if you need somewhere to stay and you can go to the Visitair Centre to find out more about the airport or take an airport tour.
Vienna is the capital city of Austria and home to Mozart and the Waltz. It is famous for its rich culture and beautiful architecture and fine buildings. Admire the Hofburg Palace and Schloss Schonbrunn and take a guided tour from the central Stephansplatz with the magnificent Stefansdom Cathedral. For a little culture, head for the Museums Quartier or in the evening attend an opera at the world famous Staatsoper. Enjoy the cafe culture and street entertainment on Hauptstrase and for foodies, don’t miss Nachtsmarkt. With car hire in Vienna, you can also visit the attractive towns of St Polten and Wiener Neustadt.
