Flying from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt is 55 minutes.
Munich (the location of Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport) and Frankfurt follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 113 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MUC to FRA is with Lufthansa at 21:30. Go for the first departure with Lufthansa at 07:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your MUC to Frankfurt flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Direct Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will be where your journey ends.
Lufthansa is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt.
Travelling from central Munich to MUC takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MUC:
79% of flights departing from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt flight is RM303. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM657. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MUC to Frankfurt.
October is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MUC to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Following your MUC to Frankfurt flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
September is the busiest month for flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt. To escape the crowds, head to Frankfurt in January.
When booking your Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel about 418 kilometres northeast to Berlin to tick off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Germany, head for Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.
