Traveling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
A direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport takes an average of 59 minutes. Leipzig's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Munich.
You can choose from 17 weekly flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. The 06:10 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest flight out from MUC to LEJ. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 22:00 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Traveling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Leipzig (and seeing more of Germany!) is straightforward with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the MUC - LEJ route include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
No need to bring your passport or a visa to travel within Germany. You will need a valid identity document however, such as a driver's license or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from MUC to LEJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is C$157. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$339. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MUC to LEJ.
November is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Munich, Franz Josef Strauss Airport can be reached in about 33 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MUC:
Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
If you're on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LEJ:
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Leipzig. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 29 minutes.
When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Leipzig in February.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport for August if you'd like to explore Leipzig during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MUC to LEJ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Leipzig
Start your Leipzig trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MUC to LEJ, browse our hotel options including:
St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche) and Leipzig Zoo (Zoologischer Garten Leipzig) are a couple of major attractions to add to your Leipzig itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Bach Museum.
Complete your Leipzig trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Leipzig/Halle Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Leipzig getaway.
