Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport.
Munich and Brussels are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Each week, there are 66 Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, select the 06:55 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:15 with Brussels Airlines.
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 MUC to BRU flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Brussels (and then seeing more of Belgium!) is a cinch with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
With 78.87% of its services arriving as scheduled, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating MUC to BRU flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MUC and BRU include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Brussels Airport (BRU)
$75 is the best price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport flight. Return flights start at $155. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MUC to BRU.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MUC to BRU by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights that take off from Franz Josef Strauss Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Franz Josef Strauss Airport from central Munich, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're landing on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar to explore Brussels and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
From Brussels Airport, Brussels is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Brussels based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Brussels Airport for August if you want to explore Brussels during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 81ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 28ºF and 46ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MUC to BRU around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to discover other corners of Belgium. Travel around 30 miles south to Charleroi to tick off its leading sights. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 55 miles east of Brussels, Liege is another essential stop in Belgium. No visit is complete without checking out Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
