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VIE Vienna International Airport
Vienna International Airport (IATA: VIE, ICAO:LOWW) is located in the the city of Wien, Austria. It is the primary international airport serving Wien and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+431700722233

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IATA Code

VIE

ICAO Code

LOWW

Name

Vienna International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Austria (AT)

City

Wien

Latitude

48.1102982

Longitude

16.5697002

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

Phone Number

+431700722233

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Airport Overview

Vienna International Airport（VIE）, ICAO LOWW, is Austria’s principal international gateway and an international passenger-and-cargo hub serving Vienna, eastern Austria and cross-border markets. The airport is located at Schwechat, approximately 18 km southeast of central Vienna, at 48.1102982°N, 16.5697002°E. Its position beside the A4 motorway supports road feeder connections toward Vienna, Budapest and the Bratislava region. The airport is capable of handling wide-body aircraft, while Austrian Airlines uses it as a hub. For freight forwarders, the location is particularly relevant for Europe-bound consolidation, scheduled passenger-belly cargo and time-sensitive shipments requiring coordinated customs, trucking and airline handling. Our service team confirms the applicable terminal, handling acceptance, cut-off and documentation requirements against the actual booking before cargo is delivered.

Airport	Vienna International Airport
Codes	VIE / LOWW
Location	Schwechat, Vienna region, AUSTRIA
Time zone	UTC+01:00 in the supplied airport data; seasonal daylight-saving arrangements should be checked for the shipment date
Coordinates	48.1102982°N, 16.5697002°E

Key Highlights

Central European gatewaySuitable for Vienna-area cargo and road-connected distribution across Austria and nearby Central European markets.

Passenger-belly and freighter planningRouting may combine scheduled belly capacity, dedicated cargo capacity or an interline connection, subject to carrier acceptance.

Wide-body capabilityThe airport can handle wide-body aircraft, but aircraft type, loading position and cargo acceptance remain flight-specific.

Road access advantageDirect access to the A4 supports airport trucking and onward movements toward Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava.

Compliance-sensitive handlingEU customs status, security screening, dangerous-goods controls and special-cargo procedures must be aligned before handover.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Air cargo acceptance: Our service team coordinates airline or ground-handler acceptance, weighing, security screening and warehouse handover according to the confirmed routing.
Export and import handling: Cargo normally moves through controlled airport handling processes for document verification, security status, build-up or breakdown and release. The assigned handler and flight must be confirmed before delivery.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Pharmaceutical, biological, food and other temperature-sensitive shipments require prior product classification, packaging validation and confirmation of available cool-chain handling at the selected handling point.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, carrier variation, packing instruction, labels, package condition and trained-shipper documentation. Advance pre-check is essential.
Customs-controlled cargo: Our team arranges the required commercial documents and customs instructions with the appointed broker. Bonded or duty-suspended treatment is not assumed and must be confirmed for the specific movement.
Special cargo: Live animals, valuables, perishables, oversized pieces and human remains require separate acceptance procedures, advance booking and handling confirmation.

Facility names, warehouse opening windows, storage limits, equipment availability and handling charges can change by handler and shipment type. We verify these details before cargo delivery rather than relying on generic airport assumptions.

Routes & Transit Times

European distribution: Vienna International Airport is commonly considered for direct or connecting movements within Europe, with final routing determined by the airline schedule, capacity and destination acceptance.
Long-haul connections: Asia, North America, Africa and other intercontinental markets may be served through available direct services or airline hub connections. Our team checks the current operating schedule before quoting.
Airline selection: Austrian Airlines and other operating or connecting carriers may be relevant, but the actual carrier depends on origin, destination, commodity, aircraft capacity and booking date.
Road-air coordination: Airport trucking from Austria and neighboring markets can be arranged where the delivery window and security status permit. Border traffic, weekend restrictions, customs release and truck availability can affect the plan.
Transit planning: Published flight time is not the complete logistics cycle. Booking confirmation, export clearance, cargo cut-off, screening, transfer connection, import customs and final delivery should be included in the service timeline.

We provide a routing-specific estimate only after checking the origin, destination, Incoterms, cargo dimensions, chargeable weight, commodity, required delivery date and current carrier capacity. No fixed transit time is guaranteed without an airline-confirmed booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Our Vienna service team uses the airport primarily as a gateway for the Austrian market and as a road-connected option for nearby Central European origins and destinations. The practical catchment area depends on customs routing, delivery address, shipment urgency and truck availability.

Industrial components Machinery and spare parts Automotive supply chain Electronics Pharmaceuticals Perishables Fashion and consumer goods

Time-critical industrial freight: Production-line parts, maintenance materials and urgent replacements benefit from pre-alerted customs and confirmed after-hours recovery arrangements.
Healthcare and life sciences: Temperature mapping, packaging qualification, monitoring devices and contingency instructions should be agreed before the booking is accepted.
High-value goods: Electronics, precision instruments and valuables require secure packaging, accurate security declarations and a controlled handover chain.
Perishable cargo: The shipper should provide commodity, shelf-life, temperature range and handling instructions; acceptance and available storage must be confirmed for the selected flight.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline cargo cut-offs vary by flight, commodity, security status and handling agent. Our team obtains the booking-specific acceptance deadline and builds in time for screening, export customs and truck arrival.
Export documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, exporter and consignee details, customs instructions and any required licenses must be consistent. Incorrect values or descriptions can trigger holds or examination.
Dangerous goods: The shipper must disclose batteries, chemicals, aerosols, magnets, dry ice and other regulated articles before quotation. DGD, Shipper’s Declaration, package marks and carrier approval are required where applicable.
Import and delivery release: Import customs, duties, VAT, broker authorization and consignee readiness can determine when cargo is released. Airport collection may require an appointed trucker, release order and proof of identity.

Commodity descriptions such as “samples,” “parts” or “equipment” are not sufficient where a more precise classification is required. Our service team performs a pre-alert review, but the shipper remains responsible for the accuracy and legality of the declared cargo.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, dimensions, gross weight, commodity description, origin, destination and Incoterms before requesting a final routing.
Reserve earlier for peak periods, temperature-controlled cargo, dangerous goods, oversized pieces and shipments requiring a particular airline or connection.
Use packaging that matches the handling environment: secure loose parts, protect corners, keep package dimensions consistent with the booking and mark each piece clearly.
For urgent cargo, ask our service team to compare direct air, airline connection and road-air alternatives. The lowest freight rate may not provide the most reliable total delivery time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Vienna International Airport handle wide-body cargo?: Yes, the supplied airport information states that the airport can handle wide-body aircraft, including Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 types. Actual cargo acceptance depends on the selected flight, carrier, handling arrangement and aircraft loading plan.
How early should cargo arrive for an export flight?: There is no single airport-wide deadline. The applicable cut-off is set by the airline and handling agent and may be earlier for dangerous goods, live animals, perishables, oversized cargo or cargo requiring additional screening. We confirm it with the booking.
Can our shipment move by truck from neighboring countries to Vienna?: Potentially. The airport’s connection to the A4 supports road-air planning, but border conditions, customs status, driver hours, security requirements and truck availability must be checked for the specific origin and delivery plan.
What documents are needed for customs clearance?: Typical requirements include a commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill information, accurate commodity classification, customs value, origin and importer or exporter details. Licenses, permits or broker authorization may also apply.
Can pharmaceuticals or dangerous goods be shipped through the airport?: They may be accepted when the airline, handling agent, packaging, documentation and regulatory requirements are satisfied. Our team pre-checks the commodity and confirms temperature, dangerous-goods and carrier-specific conditions before delivery.

Data Sources & Provenance

The airport identity, codes, location, coordinates, time-zone entry and general operating description are based on the supplied airport record. Current operating details such as schedules, cargo acceptance, handling arrangements, customs procedures, cut-offs and charges require shipment-specific verification.

Airport operator and airport-specific operational information: viennaairport.com
International air transport and cargo standards reference: iata.org
Austrian federal finance and customs authority information: bmf.gv.at

Source domains are provided for verification at organization level only. Flight availability, cargo capacity, handling acceptance, customs release and service times are dynamic and should be reconfirmed by our service team for each shipment.