Flying from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Check out your options for jetting out of Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Hop on a direct Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich.
The most popular route is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), with 35 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from MXP to MUC is the 6am Air Dolomiti option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8:35pm with Air Dolomiti.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Milan to MUC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Get there in one go from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) can be booked from here.
At MXP, there's a range of carriers offering direct flights from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, such as:
Most travellers choose to book seats with Air Dolomiti from MXP to MUC.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Air Dolomiti. Its services land without delay 69.19% of the time.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Here's where you can connect between Orio al Serio International Airport and MUC:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to MUC flight:
67.49% of all departures from Orio al Serio International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Air Dolomiti is one popular carrier that offers direct Milan to MUC flight tickets from LIN.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between LIN and MUC is Air Dolomiti.
With an impressive 82.14% of services arriving on schedule, Air Dolomiti ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich is around 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
$36 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Return flights start at $124. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Milan to MUC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). July is when most people visit Munich. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
Lock in a Milan to MUC flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Munich to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Munich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Munich right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Milan to Franz Josef Strauss Airport:
Münchner Oktoberfest and Marienplatz are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Munich to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Theresienwiese.
Explore more of Germany
Stuttgart is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Munich. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Germany, consider Mannheim, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim are key reasons to visit.
