Travelling from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Phoenix.
To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to MUC, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Split up your flight from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and MUC are:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can get to PHX from the centre of Phoenix in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Phoenix to MUC flight? Check in to a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82.57% of them arriving on schedule.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Travelling to AZA from the centre of Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometres away, and getting there takes about 40 minutes by car.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Munich. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
At the moment, 197 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 500 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to MUC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). July is the most popular month to visit Munich. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in February.
Before locking in your Phoenix to MUC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Munich, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Munich
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Munich:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Munich when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Münchner Oktoberfest followed by Marienplatz and Theresienwiese.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres west of Munich, a visit to Stuttgart will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
Mannheim is another essential stop in Germany and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. No trip is complete without experiencing Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim.
