Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich five hours ahead of Buffalo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BUF to MUC flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BUF and MUC:
Washington Dulles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Right now, R 8,172 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,518. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BUF to MUC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BUF to MUC.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Buffalo to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Book a hotel near MUC if you're taking a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and find adventure across Munich and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Munich. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to go to Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BUF to MUC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its must-visit sights. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Stuttgart is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No trip is complete without experiencing Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
