Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice.
Flights from NCE to MUC start from 06:00 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last service of the day is at 21:15 with Lufthansa. In total, there are 35 weekly Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NCE to MUC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Munich (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering NCE to MUC flights, with 75.32% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NCE and MUC include:
Stuttgart Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is 55 €. A return fare right now is 139 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from NCE to MUC, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NCE to MUC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
74.5% of flights that depart Cote D'Azur Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Cote D'Azur Airport from central Nice, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near NCE? If you've booked an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Pick up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and explore Munich and beyond with your own set of wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Munich. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Munich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Munich, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NCE to MUC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Munich, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Travel about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to check off its leading sights. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.