Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City is 11 hours.
Mexico City is seven hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located. Mexico City runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route, with three weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from MUC to MEX is with Lufthansa at 17:00. Opt for the first departure operated by Lufthansa at 12:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Allow plenty of time to get on your MUC to Mexico City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City ticket. Begin your trip at MUC and arrive at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Lufthansa is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from MUC to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near MUC. Whether you have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
71.34% of flights that leave from Franz Josef Strauss Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City flight is ر.ق. 1,440. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,196. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MUC to Mexico City.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MUC to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some fantastic places to stay within a short drive of NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Verticca Hotel after your MUC to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before securing your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Mexico City offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MUC to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mexico City right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Mexico City:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No trip is complete without dropping by Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
