Travelling from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).
1 hour 35 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Munich (where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located) and Rome share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 64 direct flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 08:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from FCO to MUC is with Lufthansa at 19:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to MUC.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) can be booked from here.
When leaving from FCO, you can catch a direct flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Lufthansa.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Rome to MUC that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between FCO and MUC include:
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)? Check out the fares flying out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
From CIA, direct flights from Rome to MUC are offered by Lufthansa.
Break up your flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and MUC include:
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Split Airport (SPU)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 42 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to MUC:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is C$45. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$118. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Rome to MUC.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport if you plan your break for May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Rome to MUC.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
February is the quietest time to travel to Munich. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Rome to MUC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
More about Munich
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Munich right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum are must-visits when exploring Munich.
Complete your Munich trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Rome to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Munich. Check out the deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
