Flying from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to London: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London.
London is one hour behind Munich, where Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
There are 92 weekly services between Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). This is the most popular flight route.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MUC to London flight.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Book a direct Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London ticket and go straight to your destination. You can jet right into these London airports from MUC:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Southend Airport (SEN)
There's a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London, including:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MUC to London with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MUC is about 29 kms (18 miles) from central Munich. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MUC:
79% of flights leaving from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) to London
£48 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket right now is £77. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MUC to London.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from MUC to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from MUC to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your MUC to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will help you save.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London.
Public transport can get you there in around 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near STN. Check in to one of these options after your MUC to London flight:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
January is the quietest month for flights from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit London based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport to London, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are a couple of top attractions to add to your London must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kms (160 miles) northwest to Manchester to tick off its leading sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kms (100 miles) northwest of London. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.