VIE to HRG Turbulence Forecast
Is the Vienna to Hurghada flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Vienna · Hurghada · 3h 20m
⚠️ Light-to-Moderate turbulence today
Get exact timing, altitude & best seat — free
★★★★★ 4.8 · 20,000+ reviews · iOS & Android
Scan to get the full forecast
★★★★★ 4.8 · 20,000+ reviews · iOS & Android · Free
Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for VIE–HRG
0h1h2h3h4h5h6h3h 20m
About the VIE–HRG route
The Vienna to Hurghada route is a short European hop covering just 1,717 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 35,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.
The route is served by TUI, Jet2, easyJet on Boeing 737 · Airbus A321 · Boeing 757 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 1,717 miles (1,492 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.
Vienna to Hurghada Flight Time
How long is the flight from VIE to HRG?
35,000 ft
Cruising Altitude
The Vienna (VIE) to Hurghada (HRG) flight takes approximately 3h 20m,
covering 1,717 miles (1,492 nautical miles) at 35,000 feet.
The route is operated by TUI, Jet2, easyJet.
Actual flight time may vary by 10–20 minutes depending on wind conditions and routing.
Turbulence levels on VIE–HRG
What to expect at each phase of the flight
SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible
Get minute-by-minute timing for your specific flight
Best time to fly VIE–HRG
Turbulence by month
Best seat on VIE–HRG
Boeing 737
✓ Wing
Rows 10-20
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
What you'll see in the app
Full forecast, live map & seat recommendations
Related guides
Learn more about flight turbulence
Passenger Reports
Some light chop on descent — seatbelt sign came on for maybe 20 minutes but nothing to worry about. Typical for this route in March.
Regular traveler · March
There was some noticeable movement crossing northern Europe that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · February
Flew Vienna–Hurghada in January, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.
Business traveler · January
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vienna to Hurghada flight turbulent?
The VIE–HRG route typically experiences light-to-moderate turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 3/100.
When is turbulence worst on VIE to HRG?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on VIE to HRG?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 10-20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from VIE to HRG?
The VIE to HRG flight takes approximately 3h 20m, covering 1,717 miles (1,492 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly VIE to HRG?
The main airlines operating this route are TUI, Jet2, easyJet, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A321 · Boeing 757 aircraft.
Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data
