Flying from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is six hours behind Munich, where Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport is located. Philadelphia runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your MUC to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MUC to Philadelphia with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
MUC is around 29 kilometres from central Munich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near MUC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to Philadelphia
$613 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $795. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MUC to Philadelphia. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MUC to Philadelphia.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Once you've disembarked your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MUC to Philadelphia flight:
Score the best price by booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the busiest month for flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Philadelphia in December.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to Philadelphia in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Philadelphia.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.