Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of San Salvador.
Leave plenty of time to make your SAL to MUC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAL and MUC:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
At the moment, 335 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 788 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAL to MUC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SAL to MUC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
El Salvador International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SAL make it to their destination as scheduled 84.27% of the time.
Central San Salvador to El Salvador International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SAL:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're getting in on a late El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MUC:
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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Munich. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAL to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its top attractions. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No trip is complete without experiencing Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.