Flying from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels.
Flights from BRU to MUC start from 06:45 — the first with Brussels Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:45 with Lufthansa. In total, you can choose from 66 weekly Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
Your BRU to MUC flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Munich (and maybe even some other great corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport offered by this airline.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 80.41% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating BRU to MUC flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BRU and MUC include:
Frankfurt Airport
Zurich Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
R 1,586 is currently the best price for a one-way Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,864. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from BRU to MUC by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from BRU to MUC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Brussels Airport from central Brussels, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BRU? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're getting in on a late Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MUC:
Go where the road takes you with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and venture far and wide through Munich and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Brussels Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Munich, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BRU to MUC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored after you've seen Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
