Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich five hours ahead of Toronto.
Flights from YYZ to MUC start at 17:30 — the earliest with Air Canada. The latest departure is at 20:45 with Air Canada. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YYZ to MUC flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Munich (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a breeze with Air Canada. This popular airline has direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Air Canada is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier offering YYZ to MUC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
At the moment, R 4,131 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,502. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from YYZ to MUC, reserve your journey ten months before your departure date.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from YYZ to MUC.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Pearson International Airport from central Toronto, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to YYZ? If you're catching an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider booking a hotel near MUC if you're taking a late Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 venture far and wide through Munich and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to visit Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Munich, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel around 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its leading sights. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, consider Stuttgart, about 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are key reasons to visit.