Traveling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MUC and RDU are:
Logan International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is C$612. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,021. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from MUC to RDU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from MUC to RDU every day.
Play around with filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 33 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near MUC? If you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to the center of Durham is about 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Durham in May.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Durham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MUC to RDU in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Durham
After locking in your flights from MUC to RDU, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Durham. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Duke University Chapel and DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center are attractions you won't want to skip in Durham.
Complete your Durham trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Raleigh-Durham International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Durham.
