Cheap flights from Shanghai to Vienna

Booking well ahead tends to yield better rates on this long-distance connection. December emerges as the cheapest month when demand softens for leisure travel between these capitals. Shoulder periods like spring or autumn may also offer calmer pricing than peak holiday seasons, though availability varies by carrier schedules and seasonal adjustments across the network.

Chinese carriers dominate this route with options including Hainan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Yangtze River Express, and Hong Kong Airlines. European presence comes through Lufthansa as a full-service connector, while Hahn Air operates as a code-share partner offering flexibility on routing combinations across the network.

Schwechat Intl serves Vienna with regular transfers into the city centre via rail or bus services available at all hours. The airport handles moderate passenger volumes compared to larger hubs, meaning connections typically move efficiently but overnight stays may require consideration of terminal facilities and nearby accommodations for extended layovers.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Austrian Sign Language, German

Emergency number

112, 120, 122

Driving side

right

Calling code

+43

Internet domain

.at

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Vienna

2.0 M (2025)

Time zone

UTC+01 (Europe/Vienna)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether your chosen airline includes checked baggage in the fare before confirming prices.
• Verify which Shanghai departure airport matches your ticket when Pudong or Hongqiao affects ground transport costs.
• Review connection requirements if booking separate tickets across different airlines on this multi-leg route.
• Ensure passports and any required documentation meet Austrian entry standards for your nationality.
• Consider seasonal variations in flight frequency when planning around school holidays or local festivals.