Travelling from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Start your adventure at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), the main airport in Frankfurt. Search for flights from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) that jet out of this base.
Book a direct Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Munich (where Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport is located) and Frankfurt share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 113 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from FRA to MUC is with Lufthansa at 10:15pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to MUC.
Flying during a popular month like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get there in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates departures from FRA.
The top choice among passengers flying between FRA and MUC is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
FRA is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
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74% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can get to HHN from central Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to MUC flight:
Flights from Frankfurt Hahn Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them arriving right on cue.
About Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MUC and hit the lights earlier:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport flight.
Getting from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport, central Munich is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport is $150. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $276. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Frankfurt to MUC, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Munich. September is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your Frankfurt to MUC plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Munich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Munich right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Munich when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Marienplatz followed by Theresienwiese and Deutsches Museum.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Munich, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel about 193 kilometres west to Stuttgart to check off its top attractions. From Mercedes-Benz Museum to Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Mannheim, roughly 274 kilometres northwest of Munich. NTM National Theatre Mannheim, Planetarium Mannheim and Fountains at Mannheim Water Tower are key highlights.