Austrian Airlines vs EasyJet Europe

Side-by-side comparison of Austrian Airlines and EasyJet Europe: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.

Austrian AirlinesEasyJet Europe
Country AustriaAustria
Founded 19572017
Type Full-service airlineLow-cost carrier
Alliance Star Alliance-
Main hubs Vienna International AirportLondon Luton Airport
Aircraft types 73
Cabin bag weight 8 kg (18 lb)-
Cabin bag size 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in)-
Checked bag (Economy) not included · 23 kg (51 lb)not included
First checked bag fee from 25 EUR (≈ 29 USD)-
Online check-in opens 47 h30 days
Online check-in closes 1 h2 h
Airport check-in fee freefree
Customer service phone ​+43 5 1766 3100-

Key differences

  • EasyJet Europe opens online check-in earlier (30 days before departure vs 47 h).
  • Austrian Airlines lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h vs 2 h).
  • EasyJet Europe is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Austrian Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
  • Austrian Airlines is a Star Alliance member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.

Other comparisons

Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.