Frankfurt to Vienna flight compensation
You're likely owed €250 under EU261 for this 622 km flight.
Methodology: distance is computed from airport coordinates using great-circle math; jurisdiction and scenario amounts are generated by DelayPayer's rules engine for this airport pair.
Sources and review: official regulator guidance is summarized from EU261, UK261, U.S. DOT, and Canada CTA/APPR sources. Last reviewed June 2026; author: FlightComp editorial desk; reviewer: Passenger-rights policy review.
What you're owed on FRA–VIE, by situation
Assuming the disruption was within the airline's control. Figures are computed for this exact 622 km route under EU261 (European Union).
| If your flight was… | Verdict | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delayed 3–4 hours | Likely owed | €250 |
| Delayed 5+ hours | Likely owed | €250 |
| Cancelled (short notice) | Likely owed | €250 |
| Overbooked / bumped | Likely owed | €250 |
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EU261 — your full rights
€250 / €400 / €600 by distance, for delays of 3+ hours. Care, refunds, deadlines and how to claim.
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Frequently asked questions
How much compensation for a delayed FRA-VIE flight?
For an airline-caused delay of 3+ hours you are likely owed €250 under EU261 (European Union), because FRA-VIE is a 622 km flight.
Which law covers a FRA-VIE flight?
Your flight departs the EU/EEA, so EU261 applies regardless of which airline operates it.
How far is FRA to VIE?
The great-circle distance is 622 km (386 miles) — and that distance is exactly what sets the EU261/UK261 compensation band.