Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is 12 hours behind Christchurch.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CHC to MUC flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CHC and MUC include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Changi International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Right now, R 10,467 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 26,197. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from CHC to MUC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CHC to MUC.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Of the flights that depart from Christchurch International Airport, 74.2% touch down on time at their destination.
Christchurch International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CHC? If you've booked an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you have a late Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Munich and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Munich. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Munich. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to explore Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHC 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 seen Munich, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to check off its top sights. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Stuttgart, about 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
