Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours.
Munich is eight hours ahead of Seattle and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are six Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 15:10 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:50 with Lufthansa.
Your SEA to MUC flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering SEA to MUC flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SEA and MUC:
London Heathrow Airport
Keflavik International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is RM1,379. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM2,340. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SEA to MUC.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SEA to MUC.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from SEA.
Central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you're on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and discover Munich and beyond with your own wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Munich. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Munich, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres north-west of Munich, a trip to Essen will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are among the biggest draws.
