Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 1 hour 52 minutes. Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich 1 hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are 121 flights from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. To jet off early, jump on the 06:35 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from LHR to MUC is 21:50 with Lufthansa.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Lufthansa runs direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and MUC include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Cologne Bonn Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from LHR to MUC, check whether you need a visa to enter Germany. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is ر.ق. 227. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 473. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from LHR to MUC, book your trip 6 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, London Heathrow Airport can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
After a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Book a hotel near MUC if you're catching a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Munich. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 33 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Munich. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you want to explore Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11 ºC and 26 ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LHR to MUC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8 ºC and 6 ºC on average.
More about Munich
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Munich right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from LHR to MUC:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Munich itinerary.
Complete your Munich trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Munich stay.
