Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours 30 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Munich seven hours behind Hong Kong.
Flights from HKG to MUC start from 23:05 — the first with Lufthansa. The last departure is at 23:20 with Lufthansa. In total, there are seven weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your HKG to MUC flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Munich (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular airline has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Lufthansa is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between HKG and MUC include:
Zurich Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
C$423 is currently the best price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Return flights start at C$711. These fares can change based on availability.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from HKG to MUC.
The cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HKG to MUC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
When it comes to Hong Kong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Hong Kong International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near HKG. Whether you have an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you have a late Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MUC:
Travel at your own speed with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Book your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and discover more of Munich and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks ahead 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 get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you want to go to Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKG to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Stuttgart is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No trip is complete without a visit to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.