Cheap flights to Salzburg (SZG)

A gorgeous city at the foot of the Alps, Salzburg is a favorite holiday destination for Europeans as well as North Americans looking for something a bit different. It proudly broadcasts the fact that it's where Mozart was born and the Sound of Music was based, but there's a lot more to the city than that. Flights to Salzburg are popular, though the airport is relatively small and many people fly into a nearby city and arrive by train or car instead. Using Webjet you'll be able to quickly find the cheapest flights on any airline as well as the best days to fly for the absolute lowest price airfare possible. The airport is close to the city center so it's very convenient for those who'll be relying on public transportation once they arrive. Salzburg is quite a compact city and parking is at a premium so it's usually wise not to rent a car for the main sightseeing, however the area around the city is lovely and worth exploring so renting a car could be a good option for part of your trip.

Airfare to Salzburg

Flights to Salzburg can be very cheap if you are starting from within Europe already, though if you are coming from North America that can be a bit tricky. There are no long-haul flights into Salzburg Airport and few of the major airlines fly in at all, so unless you switch yourself to a low-cost or regional airline, you might be quoted a high price. In fact, it is worth checking on flights to London and then a separate flight to Salzburg if you don't see a good enough deal all the way through.

Flight information for Salzburg Airport

Salzburg Airport is officially known as W. A. Mozart Airport, after the famous composer born in the city. Much like Salzburg itself, the facility has a wide variety of tempting shopping and dining options. There's only one terminal, which is shared by a wide variety of low-cost and charter airlines. All important signs are in German and English, and all key airport employees speak fluent English so finding your way around will be straightforward.

Airlines that fly into Salzburg Airport

Austrian Airlines is the national carrier and they use Vienna as their primary hub, so you can get cheap flights to Salzburg with a transfer there. British Airways flies in directly from London, as does EasyJet Airlines, RyanAir and Thomson Airways. Air Berlin has frequent flights from several cities in Germany.

Salzburg Airport ground transportation

The airport is only 3 km from the city center, and several public bus lines connect it with the tourist district. Shuttle buses to key transport hubs such as the train station are also available, and taxis are always waiting out front. Rental cars are a popular option for those heading up to the many ski areas nearby.

Car rental companies at Salzburg Airport

  • Alamo
  • Dollar
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty