Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland is 12 hours ahead of Munich and observes the UTC+13 timezone.
Your MUC to AKL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MUC and AKL:
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport flight is R 11,941. A return ticket right now is R 22,954. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MUC to AKL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights that depart Franz Josef Strauss Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MUC:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you're arriving on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near AKL:
Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you want to go to Auckland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MUC to AKL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Auckland, now it's time to discover more of New Zealand. Journey about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its top sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another favourite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.