Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Currency is one less thing to think about — both run on the euro (EUR). Conversations can stay in German, which is official in both countries. Cars drive on the right in both, so rentals feel familiar.
- Country
- Belgium
- Capital
- Brussels
- Currency
- euro (EUR · €)
- Language
- German, French, Dutch
- Calling code
- +32
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Austria
- Capital
- Vienna
- Currency
- euro (EUR · €)
- Language
- German
- Calling code
- +43
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Brussels and Vienna?
Brussels and Vienna share the same offset (GMT+2), so there's no difference right now.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Brussels from Vienna?
About 915 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 1h 35m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Brussels and Vienna use?
Both Belgium and Austria use the euro (EUR, €). No exchange needed when moving between the two.
How do I call Brussels from Vienna?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +32, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Brussels and Vienna?
Both Belgium and Austria count German among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Brussels also has French, Dutch; Vienna adds no other official tongue.
Do Brussels and Vienna drive on the same side of the road?
Yes — both drive on the right. Rental cars feel identical between the two.