Travelling from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Munich Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Milan and Munich share the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can take your pick of 27 weekly Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LIN to MUC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport, so getting to Munich (and then seeing more parts of Germany!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Lufthansa.
Air Dolomiti is the most punctual carrier that operates LIN to MUC flights. An exceptional 90.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LIN and MUC include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Munich Airport (MUC)
At the moment, $128 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $192. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from LIN to MUC, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LIN to MUC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport.
Handy information about Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
Milan Linate Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LIN land at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
Central Milan to Milan Linate Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LIN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Munich Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Munich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt to explore Munich and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Munich Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Munich Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Munich Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Munich Airport (MUC)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Munich. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Milan Linate Airport to Munich Airport for July if you want to explore Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LIN to MUC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.
If you want to check out another corner of Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart are key reasons to visit.


