Travelling from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), there's a good selection of airports you can jet off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main terminals.
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Munich is five hours ahead of New York. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). You can choose from 7 direct services each week. Lufthansa operates a 5:30pm departure between JFK and MUC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to MUC.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from JFK, you can take a direct flight from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Lufthansa.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between JFK and MUC is Lufthansa.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Lufthansa.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from New York to MUC that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between JFK and MUC include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Decide if leaving from EWR is a better fit for your trip.
Board your direct flight from New York to MUC with Lufthansa. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of EWR.
On the EWR to MUC route, Lufthansa is the airline most travellers rely on.
Lufthansa has the best on-time rating of any carrier operating flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, check out these options when setting off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to MUC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking a plane ticket from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) with one or more stops can offer you more departure time choices along with better fares. When leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to MUC:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land as expected and your trip is smooth and easy.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
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Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Munich. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Currently, R 2,879 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,301. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to MUC.
December is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). July is when most people travel to Munich. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
Before locking in your New York to MUC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Munich, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese are must-do's during your Munich adventure.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 193 kilometres west to Stuttgart to tick off its leading attractions. From Porsche Museum to Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Germany, consider Mannheim, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim are key highlights.
