Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Vienna and Dresden share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your VIE to DRS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Dresden International Airport flight is 129 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 198 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from VIE to DRS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Dresden International Airport.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Of all flights departing from Vienna International Airport, 78.59% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Dresden International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near VIE:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Reserve a hotel near DRS if you're taking a late Vienna International Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Dresden International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and discover more of Dresden and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dresden International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
From Dresden International Airport, Dresden is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Dresden International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Dresden. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Dresden International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from VIE to DRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Dresden, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel about 161 kilometres north to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.