Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich five hours ahead of New York.
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 LGA to MUC flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGA and MUC:
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
226 € is currently the best price for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. A return flight starts from 402 €. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from LGA to MUC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
80.0% of flights leaving LaGuardia Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of LGA.
Central New York to LaGuardia Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LGA:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you have a late LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience more of Munich and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Munich. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LGA to MUC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Stuttgart is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No journey is complete without a visit to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.