Travelling from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
8 hours 33 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
With 26 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 15:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from ORD to MUC is with Lufthansa at 22:25.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to MUC, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during busy months like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Lufthansa. This popular airline operates services from ORD.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Chicago to MUC with a stopover. To see your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and MUC include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
ORD is around 25 miles from the centre of Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)? Check out the fares departing from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can board a direct flight from Chicago to MUC with Lufthansa. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of MDW.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, check out these options when heading out from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 12 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to MUC, take things easy in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel near MUC if you're taking a late flight from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich takes around 33 minutes by car. It's approximately 25 miles away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is £160. The cheapest price for a return flight is £369. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Chicago to MUC.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport if you take off in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Chicago to MUC.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Munich. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to MUC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -8ºC and 6ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
More about Munich
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Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum are must-do's during your Munich adventure.
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