Top cities in Austria
The capital: Schönbrunn Palace, the Opera, historic cafés and the Prater gardens.
A lake among the mountains and the favourite of Gulf families in summer.
Mozart's city, with its hilltop fortress and old town.
A picture-perfect lakeside village among the mountains.
The capital of the Austrian Alps, with cable cars and peaks.
Weather in Vienna by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 4° | 7° | 11° | 17° | 21° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 22° | 15° | 10° | 5° |
| Low | 0° | 1° | 4° | 9° | 12° | 16° | 18° | 18° | 14° | 9° | 5° | 1° |
| Month | High | Low |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4° | 0° |
| Feb | 7° | 1° |
| Mar | 11° | 4° |
| Apr | 17° | 9° |
| May | 21° | 12° |
| Jun | 26° | 16° |
| Jul | 27° | 18° |
| Aug | 27° | 18° |
| Sep | 22° | 14° |
| Oct | 15° | 9° |
| Nov | 10° | 5° |
| Dec | 5° | 1° |
Source: 1991–2020 normals, in degrees Celsius.
Best time to visit Austria
May to September is best, with 21° to 27° by day in Vienna and cooler air in Zell am See and the mountains.
July and August are the busiest months for Gulf travellers in Zell am See, so book early.
December brings Vienna's Christmas markets; winter is cold and snowy.
Before you travel
- Apply for your Schengen visa early; we handle the paperwork with you.
- Vienna, Salzburg and Zell am See combine easily in one trip by train or car.
- Halal food is available in Vienna and Zell am See.
Frequently asked questions
Do Saudis need a visa for Austria?
Yes, a Schengen visa; we prepare and follow up your file.
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Vienna?
About 6 hours direct.
When is the best time to visit Austria?
May to September, and December for the Christmas markets and snow.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements and flight schedules change. Please check the official requirements before travel. The binding price is the one in your booking confirmation.