Cheap flights to Munich, Germany from $275

Munich Travel Guide

The mere mention of Munich, Germany evokes images of the snow-capped Alps and tiny folkloric villages but for many travelers booking cheap flights to Munich in the fall, one word comes to mind: Oktoberfest. This rowdy festival draws millions of travelers to Munich every year for 16 days of beer, brats and Bavarian culture. It’s no wonder Munich is one of Germany’s most festive cities. Home to around 1.5 million people and welcoming millions of travelers a year, Munich flights are packed with people looking for a good time.

There’s more to Munich than festivals however. Munich boasts an impressive high-tech industry and is Germany’s political center. The city of Munich is bustling with commuters heading to factories, manufacturing plants or satellite offices for international companies. Whether your flight to Munich is for business or beer, this city is bound to leave a lasting impression. Here are some tips to help you plan and enjoy the smoothest possible trip.

Getting to and around the city of Munich

There are a couple of choices to get to the city center from Munich Airport – also known as Franz Josef Strauss Airport in memory of the late former Bavarian prime minister – which is a little over 20 miles away. First there is the S-Bahn (subway service) which is one of the easiest and most convenient if you are carrying luggage. You can get it straight from the airport every twenty minutes. You can also take a Lufthansa bus to the city center from the arrivals terminal of the airport. You can buy a ticket from the driver and the journey takes around thirty-five minutes. You could opt to take a taxi, too, but they are more expensive than the rail or bus services. Lastly, you could rent a car if you plan on doing a bit more traveling beyond your hotel.

Once you’ve settled in to your hotel and are ready to explore the city, you will find that Munich is easy to get around without putting a strain on your wallet. Commuter trains run all around the city and to the suburbs as well. Buses and any of the Mercedes taxis can get you around town. The S-Bahn stops at all the city’s highlights and runs from early morning to late at night. If you’re out late, hop on an all-night train or bus. If you’re traveling in one direction, you only need one ticket for any kind of transportation.

Tips for your stay in Munich

• Be sure to visit Marienplatz, a central square in the center of Munich. The city’s center is an overwhelming architectural beauty, and could arguably be the best starting point following your flight to Munich. You can’t help but notice the gorgeous roofs, elaborate clock towers, and stellar Gothic structures. The bustling square is dedicated to the patron of the city, and makes the perfect center of Alstrade, known as Old City. The New Town Hall, known as Nues Rathaus, lies in the northern end, and gives life to more 19th century Gothic architecture, as well as the oldest church in Munich, Peterskirche (St. Peter’s Church).
• When most people think Germany, they think beer, and rightly so. The German Oktoberfest is one of the world’s most famous celebrations revolving around the hoppy beverage; so don’t have too many cocktails on your Munich flight. Save your energy for the merriment of malt hops. Local breweries like Paulaner and Augustiner are well known for their purity regulations that they’ve been following since 1516.
• Don’t let the hidden haven of Bavaria pass you by. Bavaria, although not officially a state within a state, is a bit set aside from the rest of Germany, holding history that dates back to Ludwig II himself. One of his largest (and most famous) castles, Neuschwanstein, lies between sweeping mountains covered in snow, and rolling green grounds toward the horizon. Fill up your Munich travel with outdoor activities in Bavaria, like swimming in lakes, hiking up mountains, and cycling along bike paths in the woods.
• If you’re a fan of clocks, then be sure to visit the Glockenspiel while you are in Munich for a very untraditional timepiece that is worth a look at.

Finding Flights from Munich

Conveniently located in the southern part of Germany, Munich serves as an excellent starting point for various European destinations. Take one of the many quick flights to Paris and arrive there in about an hour and a half. London is a mere two hours away if you catch one of the many nonstop flights form Munich. Prague, that perennial romantic favorite, lies less than an hour away by air. You can also fly to many other locations around the world on airlines such as Lufthansa, British Airways and other major carriers. Visit https://www.cheapflights.co.uk for the top flight deals for routes out of Munich.

The Munich airport is easily accessible by public transportation as well. S-Bahn trains arrive at a nearby station every ten minutes, and there are also bus routes operated by Flixbus and Lufthansa. Don’t be afraid to get to the airport a little early if you have some time to kill between your hotel checkout and your departure time. It offers free wireless internet, top-notch restaurants and even inexpensive short-term childcare at Kinderland.

Once you choose a destination, be sure to check out our Munich airport guides for more detailed travel information and helpful tips.

Munich, Germany airport overview

Located 17.7 miles (28.5 km) north-east of the center of Munich, Munich International Airport (MUC) is officially known as Franz Josef Strauss. It is Germany’s second-busiest airport and the seventh-busiest in Europe. In 2010, it handled almost 35 million passengers. In 2011 the airport was awarded the title of “Europe’s Best Airport” (for the sixth time since 2005) and ranked fourth best in the world by air transport research company Skytrax.

The airport comprises two terminals connected by the Munich Airport Center, a large outdoor tent-type area that accommodates most of the facilities, including a vast array of retail, business and recreational establishments. There is also a Visitors Park which features a Visitors Hill from which sightseers may view Terminal 1 and the westerly aircraft apron. Plans to expand Terminal 2, approved in 2010, will see Munich International’s handling capacity increase by 11 million passengers per year.

With a combination of world-class facilities and efficient services, it’s no surprise that Munich International is ranked among the finest in the world. Clean and modern – it even has its own brewery – with friendly and helpful staff, visitors may look forward to experiencing nothing less than the best from Munich International.