Traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich six hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Leave plenty of time to make your MSP to MUC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MSP and MUC:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
At the moment, $226 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $552. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MSP to MUC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MSP to MUC.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 13 miles from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MSP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Munich and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 25 miles from the center of Munich. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When traveling by 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 Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 52ºF and 79ºF. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to MUC in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºF and 43ºF on average.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 310 miles north-west of Munich, a trip to Essen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Around 120 miles north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
