Travelling from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when organising your flight from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Belfast.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to MUC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it easy to book a flight from Belfast to MUC that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BFS and MUC include:
Jersey Airport (JER)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
BFS is approximately 32 kilometres from central Belfast. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your flight from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and MUC are:
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in about 12 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 22 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to MUC:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MUC:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich is about 33 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, R 1,305 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from R 3,252. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from Belfast to MUC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Belfast to MUC.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Munich, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Belfast to MUC for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Munich to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Munich is to explore its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum.
Complete your Munich trip with a car rental
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