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Austrian Airlines is Austria's flag carrier, part of Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance, operating from its hub at Vienna International Airport.
Austrian Airlines overview
Austrian Airlines was formed in 1957 through the merger of Air Austria and Austrian Airways, and began flying in 1958; its heritage dates back to Austrian Airways' founding in 1923. It is a Star Alliance member and has been part of Lufthansa Group since 2009.
The airline is renewing its long-haul fleet with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, replacing older Boeing 767 and 777 aircraft, while Airbus A320neo-family jets serve Europe. Long-haul flights offer Business, Premium Economy and Economy. Its Vienna hub specialises in connections to Central and Eastern Europe, with long-haul services to North America, Asia and the Middle East.
| IATA code | OS |
|---|---|
| Country | Austria |
| Main hub | Vienna (VIE) |
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Founded | 1957 |
- ICAO code
- AUA
- Cabins
- Economy · Premium Economy · Business
- Official website
- austrian.com
Where Austrian Airlines flies
Austrian flies a Vienna hub network with dense coverage of Central and Eastern Europe, plus long-haul routes to North America, Asia, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.
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Austrian Airlines sets baggage allowances by fare, cabin and route, so the same flight can include different allowances on different tickets. Your exact allowance is shown with the fare before you pay, and our agents can add bags at the airline’s published rate when they issue your ticket. See our extra baggage service for details.
Austrian Airlines cancellation policy
What happens when you cancel a Austrian Airlines ticket depends on the fare rules attached to it, which you see before booking. Tickets bought for travel to or from the US generally allow a free cancellation within 24 hours of booking when the flight is at least seven days away; after that, flexible fares may be refundable and others may convert to credit or be non-refundable. If Austrian Airlines cancels your flight, you are entitled to a refund. Our cancellation desk reviews your ticket free of charge.
Austrian Airlines date change policy
Whether a Austrian Airlines ticket can be changed, and for what fee, depends on its fare rules; you will usually pay any fare difference. We compare the options before you commit. More on our date change service.
Austrian Airlines check-in information
Check-in times and methods for Austrian Airlines vary by airport and route, including online, app and airport check-in. For international departures from the US, plan to arrive about three hours before departure, and confirm the exact deadlines in your booking confirmation.
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Austrian Airlines — frequently asked questions
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Which alliance is Austrian Airlines in?
Austrian Airlines is a Star Alliance member and part of Lufthansa Group.
Where is Austrian's hub?
Its hub is Vienna International Airport (VIE).
What cabins does Austrian offer on long-haul flights?
Long-haul flights offer Business, Premium Economy and Economy.
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