Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich is 12 hours behind Auckland and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your AKL to MUC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AKL and MUC include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is $821. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $2,200. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from AKL to MUC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from AKL to MUC is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, 69.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel near MUC if you're catching a late Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and explore Munich and beyond with your own wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
April is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Munich in January.
Book your flight from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to visit Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to MUC in January. Temperatures average 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, top sights here 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 the best of this destination with a visit to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.