Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Munich is one hour ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are 11 Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, select the 10:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 17:10 with Lufthansa.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to MUC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Lufthansa has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Lufthansa.
Among carriers operating EDI to MUC flights, Lufthansa leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between EDI and MUC include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Cologne Bonn Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
C$66 is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Return flights start from C$162. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to MUC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from EDI to MUC is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MUC:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and venture far and wide through Munich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Munich. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.