Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 3 hours.
Munich is two hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from SAW to MUC start from 09:40 — the earliest with Pegasus. The latest departure is at 14:50 with Pegasus. Overall, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your SAW to MUC flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Pegasus is your ticket to exploring Munich (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Pegasus.
With 69.68% of services landing as planned, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating SAW to MUC flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SAW and MUC:
Vienna International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Right now, C$53 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$141. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book five 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 cheap tickets from SAW to MUC.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Of all flights departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you have an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're getting in on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near MUC:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Munich. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to MUC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-west of Munich, a trip to Essen will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.