Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up 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 MUC to Fort Lauderdale flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from MUC to Fort Lauderdale, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MUC. Whether you have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Fort Lauderdale or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
71.34% of flights that leave from Franz Josef Strauss Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Fort Lauderdale
R 6,278 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 9,848. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from MUC to Fort Lauderdale, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Fort Lauderdale, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FLL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MUC to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Before securing your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Fort Lauderdale offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
Once you've booked your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Fort Lauderdale, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are highlights which should be on any good Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its popular sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Tampa is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without a visit to Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
