Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.
Munich is eight hours ahead of Vancouver and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are eight Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, go for the 15:30 Lufthansa flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:40 with Lufthansa.
Your YVR to MUC flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
Lufthansa is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating YVR to MUC flights, Lufthansa has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is R 4,202. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 10,533. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from YVR to MUC, reserve your journey ten months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to YVR:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Munich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Munich. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Munich. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you want to visit Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Munich, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its top attractions. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Germany, consider Stuttgart, about 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
