Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich is eight hours ahead of Oakland and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your OAK to MUC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. These are the top stopovers between OAK and MUC:
Denver International Airport
San Diego International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Currently, R 6,758 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,352. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from OAK to MUC, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that take off from OAK arrive at their destination on time.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near OAK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you're on a late Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Book your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and see more of Munich and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before you travel.
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 reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Munich. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you want to visit Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OAK to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
