Traveling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Madrid and Munich share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from MAD to MUC start at 07:05 — the first with Air Europa. The last service of the day is at 20:05 with Iberia. Overall, you can choose from 86 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas 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 hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MAD to MUC flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Munich (and then other parts of Germany) is a cinch. You can fly nonstop with:
Iberia is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
With an impressive 86.78% of services arriving on schedule, Air Europa has the best on-time record for MAD to MUC flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and MUC:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is $59. A return ticket is currently $151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAD to MUC.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to MUC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, data shows 78.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you have a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and explore Munich and beyond with your own set of wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 52ºF and 79ºF. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 18ºF and 43ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MAD to MUC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. Around 310 miles north-west of Munich, a trip to Essen will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Stuttgart is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 120 miles north-west of Munich. No journey is complete without seeing Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
