Compare: Vienna→London (1,235 km) vs Vienna→Paris (1,033 km). Vienna → Paris wins by 202 km (16%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 7, 2026
1,235 km
767 miles · Flight: ~2h 3min · Drive: ~20h 4min
1,033 km
642 miles · Flight: ~1h 47min · Drive: ~16h 47min
✓ Shorter route
Difference: 202 km (16%) · Flight time difference: ~16 min
Vienna → Paris is the shorter route at 1,033 km, which is 202 km (16%) shorter than Vienna → London. You would save approximately 16 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Vienna → London | Vienna → Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 1,235 | 1,033 |
| Distance (miles) | 767 | 642 |
| Flight time | ~2h 3min | ~1h 47min |
| Driving time | ~20h 4min | ~16h 47min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~1,606 km | ~1,343 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
The Vienna to London route covers 1,235 km (767 miles), staying within Europe. Vienna (population: 1,911,191) is located in Vienna, Austria, while London (population: 8,982,000) is in England, United Kingdom.
The Vienna to Paris route covers 1,033 km (642 miles), remaining within Europe. Vienna (population: 1,911,191) is in Vienna, Austria, and Paris (population: 2,161,000) is in Île-de-France, France.
Flying from Vienna to London takes approximately 2h 3min, while Vienna to Paris takes 1h 47min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 20h 4min for the first route and 16h 47min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Vienna, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between London and Paris as a destination.
The 202 km difference between these routes is noticeable in both travel time and fuel or ticket costs.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 1,606 km and 1,343 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 263 km of driving.
London (United Kingdom) has a population of 8,982,000 and is located in the England region of Europe. As a major metropolis, it offers extensive international connections and diverse attractions.
Paris (France) has a population of 2,161,000 and is situated in Île-de-France, Europe. This city serves as an important regional hub with solid connectivity.
Choose Vienna → Paris if minimizing travel distance and flight time is your priority. The 202 km difference means a modest saving in fuel, time, and potentially cost. Choose Vienna → London if the destination itself is more important than the journey length.
Paris is closer at 1,033 km, which is 202 km (16%) shorter.
1,235 km (767 miles). Flight: ~2h 3min.
1,033 km (642 miles). Flight: ~1h 47min.
Flying to Paris is faster at ~1h 47min, saving about 16 min compared to London.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.