Flying from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Houston is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The average duration of a direct Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is 10 hours 10 minutes.
Munich is six hours ahead of Houston. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from 6 direct services a week between George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). This is the most popular route, with United Airlines offering a 4:25pm departure from IAH to MUC.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Houston to MUC. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from IAH, you can take a direct flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with United Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between IAH and MUC is United Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, United Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Houston to MUC with a stopover. To explore the options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IAH and MUC include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
78.42% of flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Split up your flight from Houston 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 William P. Hobby Airport and MUC are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Houston to MUC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has a track record for punctuality. 81.06% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MUC:
Travel at your own speed with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and see more of Munich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich is about 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
$813 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Return flights start from $1,192. These fares can change based on availability.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Houston to MUC.
The best month for picking up cheap Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Houston to MUC.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Munich. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Houston to MUC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Munich, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Munich itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel around 193 kilometres west to Stuttgart to check off its leading attractions. From Porsche Museum to Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Germany, consider Mannheim, about 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim are among the biggest draws.
