Flying from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 1 hour.
Leipzig and Munich share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from LEJ to MUC start at 06:10 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last service of the day is at 16:45 with Lufthansa. In total, you can choose from 17 weekly Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your LEJ to MUC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Munich (and then seeing more of Germany!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular airline has direct flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates LEJ to MUC flights. An exceptional 90.38% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between LEJ and MUC include:
Frankfurt Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is R 2,660. A return fare is currently R 4,812. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from LEJ to MUC by booking at least two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Of the flights that depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport, 77.68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Leipzig to Leipzig/Halle Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near LEJ? If you've booked an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're getting in on a late Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near MUC:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Munich. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LEJ to MUC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 499 kilometres north-west of Munich, a visit to Essen will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Stuttgart is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No journey is complete without a visit to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.