Surprise trips from Vienna: Austrian Airlines launches "blind booking"
Those who love to travel but cannot decide on a specific destination now have a new option. The airline Austrian Airlines (AUA) is now offering so-called "blind booking." With this concept, passengers fly from Vienna to a destination that they only find out after booking. The offer is aimed particularly at adventurous travelers who are flexible.
The principle behind "blind booking" is simple: customers select a specific category on the website, such as "metropolises" or "culture." Then, they specify their desired travel period. Only once the booking and payment are completed does the system display the exact flight destination. This way, the suspense is maintained until the very last moment.
The prices for these surprise flights are often very favorable compared to regular tickets. A round-trip flight in Economy Class can be booked from as little as 99 euros. For travelers who want more comfort, there is also an offer for Business Class. Here, prices for the trip from Vienna start at 229 euros.
Austrian Airlines is not the only airline with this idea. Other providers such as Eurowings are also already using this model successfully. With the launch in Vienna, AUA now wants to appeal to more young customers and spontaneous vacationers in Austria who are willing to forgo the free choice of destination for a low price.
Experts see this trend as a good opportunity for airlines to better utilize their aircraft capacity. For passengers, it means a mix of savings and adventure. So, anyone who is ready for a surprise and wants to discover Europe can plan their next vacation directly from Vienna Airport starting now.