Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Toronto: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto and you'll be in the air for around 8 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route, with ten departures a week to pick from. You can travel from MUC to YYZ at 11:50 with Air Canada.
For a relaxed start to your MUC to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at MUC and travel nonstop to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). That will be your arrival point when searching for Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto tickets.
Air Canada is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from MUC to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MUC. Whether you have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the departures from Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Toronto
232 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto flight. A return ticket right now is 426 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MUC to Toronto.
September is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MUC to Toronto can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your MUC to Toronto flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ can get you a lower rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Step off your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to YKF and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late MUC to Toronto flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Whether you want a mini for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your ride from YKF well ahead of your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Toronto
Plan your trip to Toronto in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Toronto, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are leading attractions which should be on any good Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.