Flying from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is Detroit's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) taking off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 27 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of Detroit. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich.
With 4 direct flights a week between the two airports, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 17:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from DTW to MUC is with Delta at 19:10.
Your flight from Detroit to MUC won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travellers during peak months like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as 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 Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You can book a direct flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) out of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
If you plan to leave from DTW, you can catch a direct flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Delta.
We make it simple to find a flight from Detroit to MUC with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DTW and MUC include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
From the centre of Detroit, DTW is around 20 miles away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Book a hotel near MUC if you're catching a late flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 25 miles from central Munich. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 33 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
£193 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Return flights start from £377. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Detroit to MUC.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
February is the quietest time to travel to Munich. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Detroit to MUC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Marienplatz and Deutsches Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Munich itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out BMW Museum.
Complete your Munich trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Detroit to Franz Josef Strauss Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Munich and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.