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When you fly from Vienna to Mashhad with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Vienna International Airport offers a clean, modern and highly efficient starting point for your European journey. Reflecting Austria’s reputation for smooth operation and welcoming staff, your departure experience is designed to be seamless.
Getting to the airport is straightforward, with excellent transport links. The City Airport Train offers a rapid 16-minute connection from central Vienna's Wien Mitte station. Alternatively, Vienna Airport Lines buses take just 22 minutes, and plentiful taxis provide a journey time of about 20 minutes, traffic permitting. For those driving, the five car parks offer over 20,000 spaces, including long-term multi-storey options conveniently located near the terminals.
You will depart from the newest terminal, Terminal 3 concourse D. While check-in and customs are swift and efficient, be sure to allow extra time due to tight European security protocols. Once airside, you will find a host of facilities and amenities designed to enhance your wait. First and business class travellers can access VIP lounges offering showers and dedicated work areas. Everyone can utilise the accessible public Wi-Fi. The large retail area features over 70 shops where you can purchase luxury goods, Duty Free items, accessories, and fashion. Plenty of choice awaits in the food court, providing everything from light snacks and coffee to substantial international cuisine.
Mashhad is Iran's second-largest city, celebrated for its profound heritage and modern commercial scene. As a major hub in the northeast, its history as a trade centre along the Silk Road has created a truly unique cultural experience for you to discover.
At the heart of the city stands the magnificent Imam Reza Shrine, a key pilgrimage destination. This stunning complex is an architectural jewel, featuring intricate Persian mirror mosaics, grand courtyards, and the revered Goharshad Mosque, built in the 15th century.
Explore Mashhad’s rich literary history by visiting the Tomb of Ferdowsi in nearby Tus, which commemorates the author of the epic 'Shahnameh'. The city’s vibrant bazaars, such as Bazaar Reza, are a treasure trove for shoppers looking for authentic Persian carpets, exquisite saffron, and gemstones like turquoise. For a taste of the local area, dine on traditional dishes like shole mashhadi in the picturesque villages of Torqabeh and Shandiz, nestled in the surrounding mountains.
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