Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Cincinnati: what you need to know
Cincinnati is five hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located. Cincinnati follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your MUC to Cincinnati flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MUC to Cincinnati with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near MUC. Whether you have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cincinnati or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Cincinnati
£302 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cincinnati flight. A return plane ticket starts at £483. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MUC to Cincinnati. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cincinnati ticket.
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Airports in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 miles away.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
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Best time to go to Cincinnati
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cincinnati. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Cincinnati in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cincinnati plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to Cincinnati in January when temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Cincinnati
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cincinnati right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cincinnati:
Cincinnati Art Museum and Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Cincinnati to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Fountain Square.
Explore more of United States
Cincinnati will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 250 miles north-west of Cincinnati, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for Columbus, about 100 miles north-east of Cincinnati. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are the start of reasons to visit.