Vienna to Velika Gorica
45m The flight from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG) covers 266 km (165 miles) and takes approximately 45m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south on an initial great-circle bearing of 188°, passing near 46.9° N, 16.3° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 29m | 54m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 20m | 46m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 18m | 43m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 19m | 44m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| VIE | ZAG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Vienna International Airport | Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport |
| City | Vienna | Velika Gorica |
| Country | Austria | Croatia |
| ICAO | LOWW | LDZA |
| Coordinates | 48.1103, 16.5697 | 45.7429, 16.0688 |
| Elevation | 600 ft | 353 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Vienna to Velika Gorica?
A non-stop flight from Vienna (VIE) to Velika Gorica (ZAG) takes about 45m. The great-circle distance is 266 km (165 miles, 144 nautical miles), flying south on an initial bearing of 188°.
How far is Vienna from Velika Gorica?
266 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 165 miles or 144 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between VIE and ZAG?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 266 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.