Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun is six hours behind Munich and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MUC to CUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MUC and CUN:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Right now, $647 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $848. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MUC to CUN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MUC to CUN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MUC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're arriving on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near CUN:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cancun. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Cancun in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MUC to CUN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Cancun, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its top sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Campeche is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No journey is complete without experiencing Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.