Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
To ensure you catch your GIG to MUC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GIG and MUC:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
RM2,144 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Return flights start from RM3,827. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GIG to MUC if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
79.57% of flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport from central Rio De Janeiro, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to GIG:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Grab a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and discover Munich and beyond with your own wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Munich. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to explore Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GIG to MUC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another favourite stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.