Flying from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when searching for a flight from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Nairobi. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Nairobi to MUC.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Nairobi to MUC departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
NBO is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on time at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is around 3 kms (2 miles) from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Nairobi to MUC flight? Relax in a hotel near Wilson Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Have a late flight from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near MUC and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is roughly 18 miles from central Munich. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is £220. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £492. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Nairobi to MUC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Munich. July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Nairobi to MUC plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Munich
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Munich:
Münchner Oktoberfest and Marienplatz are just two of the top attractions to put on your Munich travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Theresienwiese.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Munich, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Travel around 193 kms (120 miles) west to Stuttgart to check off its popular sights. From Porsche Museum to Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Mannheim is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 274 kms (170 miles) north-west of Munich. No journey is complete without visiting Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim.