Flying from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Around 11 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Munich is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to MUC.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) depart from this terminal.
When departing from GRU, you can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Lufthansa.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Lufthansa between GRU and MUC.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MUC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
75.54% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to MUC flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.8%.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is roughly 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Viracopos Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights departing from VCP reach their destination within the expected time frame 75.02% of the time.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Reserve a hotel close to MUC if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Grab a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and discover Munich and beyond with your own set of wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
The centre of Munich is about 29 kilometres from Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
ر.ق. 1,362 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 2,615. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MUC, book your flight ticket five months before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Munich. July is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Sao Paulo to MUC flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Munich to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Munich visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 193 kilometres west of Munich, a trip to Stuttgart will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
Around 274 kilometres north-west of Munich, Mannheim is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim.
