Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Munich is one hour ahead of Manchester and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are 30 Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, jump on the 06:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:20 with easyJet.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to MUC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Munich (and then discovering more of Germany!) is easy with Lufthansa. This popular airline has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Among carriers operating MAN to MUC flights, Lufthansa has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAN and MUC:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is RM144. A return fare right now is RM384. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MAN to MUC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAN to MUC.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Munich and beyond.
Booking your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Munich. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its top attractions. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are highlights.