Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt is 55 minutes.
Frankfurt and Munich (where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
With 237 weekly flights between the two airports, Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from MUC to FRA is with Lufthansa at 21:10.
To ensure you get on your flight from MUC to Frankfurt, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can get a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt. Begin your journey at MUC and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt.
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within Germany. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's licence or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your flight tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt.
Travelling from central Munich to MUC takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 33 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MUC? If you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt is C$104. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$223. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MUC to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt is October. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 37 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. After your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour and 32 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MUC to Frankfurt, unwind at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt. July is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from MUC to Frankfurt around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Frankfurt and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Frankfurt.