Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Your PHL to MUC flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PHL and MUC include:
Logan International Airport
Dublin Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is R 4,548. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 11,767. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PHL to MUC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PHL to MUC.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PHL:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider booking a hotel close to MUC if you're taking a late Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience more of Munich and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before travelling.
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.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
April is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Munich in January.
Lock in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to explore Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
