Flying from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) taking off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Munich is one hour behind Johannesburg. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Johannesburg to MUC. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Take the express route from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Lufthansa. This popular airline operates services from JNB.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from JNB to MUC.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Lufthansa.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to MUC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). It's a key transfer point for flights from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) out of Lanseria International Airport.
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to HLA from central Johannesburg in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to MUC flight:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Grab a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and explore Munich and beyond with your own set of wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
The centre of Munich is about 29 kilometres from Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is $545. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $752. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from Johannesburg to MUC by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for landing cheap Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Johannesburg to MUC.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Munich based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to MUC flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Munich, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Munich
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Munich:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese are attractions you won't want to skip in Munich.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres west of Munich, a trip to Stuttgart will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
If you're ready to explore another side of Germany, consider Mannheim, about 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim are highlights.
