International hub · Vienna, Austria
Vienna International/Wien-Schwechat
- Elevation
- 600 ft
- Coordinates
- 48°07′N 16°34′E
- Local time
- Europe/Vienna
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Field information
LOWW runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Vienna International/Wien-Schwechat (LOWW/VIE) has 2 runways; the longest, 16/34, is 11,811 ft (3,600 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LOWW, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Vienna
Country
Austria
AT
Municipality
Vienna
Elevation
600 ft
Position
48.1103, 16.5697
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LOWW
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 11/29 | 11,483 ft (3,500 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LOWW.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vienna International/Wien-Schwechat (LOWW / VIE) in Vienna, Austria, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LOWW is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LOWW
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Austria
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Austria. Applicable permit lead times for Austria are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Austria are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LOWW
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LOWW covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at LOWW
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LOWW is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LOWW
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LOWW: 48° 6′ 37″ N 16° 34′ 11″ E; elevation 600 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Vienna
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Vienna. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LOWW.
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Cargo Operations at LOWW
Support for freighter operations into LOWW covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into LOWW?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Vienna International/Wien-Schwechat — one desk for the whole trip.