Yes — getting a local SIM or eSIM at Vienna Airport (VIE) is quite straightforward. Here’s what you need to know:
📱 Buying a Physical SIM at Vienna Airport #
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Where: Arrivals Hall (after baggage claim) has several options:
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A1 Telekom (Austria’s largest provider) – kiosk/shop.
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Magenta Telekom (T-Mobile) – vending machines and shops.
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HoT (Hofer Telekom, budget SIMs) – sometimes available via vending machines.
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Convenience stores (like Relay or airport shops) also sell prepaid SIMs.
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Cost:
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Around €10–20 for a prepaid SIM with 5–10 GB of data (valid for ~30 days).
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Plans often include EU-wide roaming, so you can use it in other EU countries at no extra cost.
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Registration:
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Austrian law requires ID registration for SIM cards. At the airport shops/kiosks, staff will do this quickly using your passport.
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📲 eSIM Options at Vienna Airport #
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A1, Magenta, Drei all offer eSIMs → you can buy and activate on the spot (staff will scan a QR code for you).
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More flexible option if you don’t want to swap physical SIMs.
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Costs are similar to physical SIMs.
🌍 Alternative: Order Before You Arrive #
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If you prefer not to deal with airport kiosks, you can buy an international eSIM online (e.g., Airalo, Holafly, Nomad) and activate it the moment you land.
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These may be slightly pricier but save time.
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Example: Airalo Austria plan → ~€5 for 1 GB, €15 for 5 GB.
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✅ Verdict #
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Yes, you can easily get a SIM/eSIM at Vienna Airport.
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For best value: buy at the official A1 or Magenta counters in Arrivals.
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For convenience: install an international eSIM before traveling and you’re online as soon as you land.