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British Airways
BA 2624
→ Outbound · 26 Feb
LGW
London Gatwick
SZG
Austria
9:20 AM
26 Feb
2h 00m
Direct
12:20 PM
26 Feb
← Return · 8 Mar
SZG
Salzburg
LGW
London Gatwick
12:45 PM
8 Mar
2h 00m
Direct
1:45 PM
8 Mar
from
£124
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 2624
→ Outbound · 16 Feb
LGW
London Gatwick
SZG
Austria
9:10 AM
16 Feb
2h 00m
Direct
12:10 PM
16 Feb
← Return · 26 Feb
SZG
Salzburg
LGW
London Gatwick
7:40 PM
26 Feb
1h 55m
Direct
8:35 PM
26 Feb
from
£135
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 2628
→ Outbound · 30 Nov
LGW
London Gatwick
SZG
Austria
8:55 AM
30 Nov
2h 00m
Direct
11:55 AM
30 Nov
← Return · 10 Dec
SZG
Salzburg
LGW
London Gatwick
7:15 PM
10 Dec
1h 55m
Direct
8:10 PM
10 Dec
from
£137
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 2624
→ Outbound · 9 Oct
LGW
London Gatwick
SZG
Austria
6:50 AM
9 Oct
2h 00m
Direct
9:50 AM
9 Oct
← Return · 19 Oct
SZG
Salzburg
LGW
London Gatwick
12:25 PM
19 Oct
2h 00m
Direct
1:25 PM
19 Oct
from
£154
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 0722
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
VIE
Austria
7:05 AM
27 Sep
2h 15m
Direct
10:20 AM
27 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
VIE
Vienna
LHR
London Heathrow
9:25 PM
7 Oct
2h 20m
Direct
10:45 PM
7 Oct
from
£159
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 2628
→ Outbound · 26 Dec
LGW
London Gatwick
SZG
Austria
3:55 PM
26 Dec
1h 55m
Direct
6:50 PM
26 Dec
← Return · 5 Jan
SZG
Salzburg
LGW
London Gatwick
1:00 PM
5 Jan
2h 00m
Direct
2:00 PM
5 Jan
from
£222
Return · per adult
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Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | £124 | £413 | Direct available | |
 KLM | £228 | £250 | With stops |
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How much is a return flight from London to Austria?
Return flights from London to Austria typically cost between £131 and £356 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £124 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Austria?
Flights to Austria are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £124. Departures in the evening tend to cost more (about £267), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover to Austria?
For Austria, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct, with fares from around £124 versus about £228 for a 1-stop itinerary. A direct flight also saves you time and the hassle of a connection, so it's usually the better all-round choice on this route. Stopovers only tend to pay off here if a particular date or airline happens to be cheaper.
Average return fare to Austria by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Austria is typically March, with return economy fares from £124. Fares are usually highest in September (around £405). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Austria, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Austria
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Reviews of airlines servicing Austria
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7.8GoodComfortable long-haul flight, friendly crew and a smooth boarding process. Meal service was good for economy.
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About flights to Austria
Overview
Austria packs Alpine peaks, imperial cities and calm lakes into a country barely two hours from the UK. Fly to Vienna for coffee houses and concerts, Salzburg for Mozart and mountains, or the Tyrol for skiing and summer hiking. Flights run year-round from London and many regional UK airports. For current fares, see the price charts on this page.
Best time to fly to Austria
Austria is a true two-season destination. December to March is peak ski season in resorts such as St Anton, Sölden and Kitzbühel, with the priciest weeks around Christmas, New Year and February half-term. June to September brings warm days for sightseeing, lake swimming and mountain walking, while May and September to October are quieter and better value — check the When to book chart above. Vienna and Salzburg also fill up for their Advent Christmas markets from mid-November.
Main gateway cities & airports
Vienna International Airport (VIE) is the main hub and best for the capital and eastern Austria; the City Airport Train reaches the centre in about 16 minutes. Salzburg (SZG) suits the Lakes and the Tyrol, Innsbruck (INN) is the classic ski gateway, and Graz (GRZ) and Klagenfurt (KLU) serve the south with more limited UK links.
Airlines and routes
British Airways and Austrian Airlines fly London Heathrow to Vienna, with British Airways also serving London City. easyJet flies to Vienna, Salzburg and Innsbruck from Gatwick, Luton, Bristol and Manchester, while Ryanair and Wizz Air serve Vienna from Stansted, Luton and several regional airports. In winter, Jet2 and easyJet add ski routes to Salzburg and Innsbruck from bases such as Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Expect about 2 hours 15 minutes from London and around 2 hours 30 minutes from Manchester. Vienna has plenty of direct flights; Graz and Klagenfurt usually need a connection via Vienna, Frankfurt or Zurich.
Popular places to visit in Austria
- Vienna: Habsburg palaces, world-class museums and grand coffee houses.
- Salzburg: Baroque old town, a hilltop fortress and Sound of Music scenery.
- Innsbruck & the Tyrol: Skiing in winter, cable-car hikes and cycling in summer.
- Hallstatt & the Salzkammergut: Storybook lakeside villages below steep wooded peaks.
- Wachau Valley: Danube vineyards, riverside cycle paths and the abbey town of Melk.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Austria
- Skip Christmas, New Year and February half-term — flying in January or mid-March cuts ski-season fares sharply.
- Compare airports: a cheap flight to Salzburg, or to Bratislava an hour from Vienna, can beat a costly Vienna fare.
- Fly midweek with cabin baggage only; Tuesday and Wednesday departures are usually the cheapest.
- Book roughly two to four months ahead and use the price charts on this page to find the cheaper weeks.
Travel essentials
UK passport holders need no visa for tourism and can stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area; your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your departure date and less than 10 years old. New EU entry requirements, including the ETIAS travel authorisation, are being phased in, so check the current rules before you book. The currency is the euro, and while cards are widely accepted it is worth carrying some cash for mountain huts and small cafés. Book a couple of months ahead and use the When to book chart above for the best value.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Austria
Your allowance to Austria depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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