Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
You can choose from 58 weekly Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with SWISS is the earliest flight available. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 20:15.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ZRH to MUC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Munich (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating ZRH to MUC flights, with 70.67% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
C$113 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Return flights start from C$269. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ZRH to MUC, book your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ZRH to MUC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 69.02% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ZRH:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're coming in on a late Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MUC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt to explore Munich and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Munich. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to visit Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to MUC sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel around 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to check off its leading sights. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Stuttgart is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No trip is complete without visiting Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.