Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Leipzig's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Munich.
Every week, there are 17 Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flights. To be on board early, go for the 08:00 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:00 with Lufthansa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your MUC to LEJ flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Leipzig (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a cinch with Lufthansa. This popular airline has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering MUC to LEJ flights. A dependable 86.54% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MUC and LEJ:
Frankfurt Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Currently, ر.ق. 489 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 992. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MUC to LEJ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MUC to LEJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights taking off from Franz Josef Strauss Airport reach their destination on time.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MUC:
Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near LEJ if you have a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt to explore Leipzig and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Leipzig/Halle Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Leipzig. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Leipzig. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport for August if you'd like to visit Leipzig during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to LEJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Leipzig is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 153 kilometres north-east of Leipzig, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
