Travelling from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) taking off from here.
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to MUC.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to MUC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
78.93% of flights that leave from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is about 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Philadelphia to MUC flight? Check in to a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82.45% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near MUC and fast-forward to bedtime:
Pick up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and discover Munich and beyond with your own set of wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks before your Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
The centre of Munich is roughly 29 kilometres from Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
At the moment, ر.ق. 882 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,962. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to MUC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Munich. July is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia to MUC flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Munich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Munich right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Franz Josef Strauss Airport:
Your visit to Munich won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Munich, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey about 193 kilometres west to Stuttgart to tick off its leading sights. From Porsche Museum to Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres north-west of Munich, Mannheim is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim.
