Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Munich and Amsterdam follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Take your pick of 198 weekly Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights. The 06:35 departure with Air Dolomiti is the earliest flight available. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 20:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MUC to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can travel nonstop to Amsterdam, Netherlands. Jet off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air Dolomiti.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating MUC to AMS flights, with 76.97% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MUC and AMS include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
C$127 is currently the best price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Return flights start from C$289. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from MUC to AMS by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Franz Josef Strauss Airport, data shows 71.34% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MUC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to visit Amsterdam. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Netherlands you'll want to see. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a trip to Rotterdam will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Netherlands, consider The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are among the biggest draws.