Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the AKL - MUC route are:
Changi International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Germany, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AKL to MUC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is $889. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,818. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from AKL to MUC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for flight tickets from AKL to MUC every day.
Use filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Travelling from central Auckland to Auckland Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at 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 Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Munich in February.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to visit Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11 ºC and 26 ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8 ºC and 6 ºC then.
More about Munich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Munich right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from AKL to MUC:
Marienplatz and Deutsches Museum are a couple of major attractions to add to your Munich travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at BMW Museum.
Complete your Munich trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Franz Josef Strauss Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Munich.