Travelling from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Hop on a direct flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 31 minutes.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours behind Bangkok.
With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is the most popular route. Thai Airways operates the earliest flight at 00:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from BKK to MUC is with Lufthansa at 23:55.
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 board your flight from Bangkok to MUC.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can find a direct flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
If you want to leave from BKK, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Thai Airways.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to MUC. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
From the centre of Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Planning to leave from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? You can book a direct flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) departing from this hub.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Don Mueang International Airport and MUC:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Bangkok to MUC? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Book a hotel close to MUC if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Munich. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 33 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is $350. The cheapest price for a return flight is $918. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Bangkok to MUC if you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport if you travel in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Munich. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Bangkok to MUC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum are top attractions which should feature on every Munich itinerary.
Complete your Munich trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Bangkok to Franz Josef Strauss Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Munich and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.