Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal.
Montreal is five hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located. Montreal observes the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can choose from six weekly services between these two airports. Lufthansa offers a 15:55 departure between MUC and YUL.
To avoid missing your MUC to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at MUC and travel straight to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Lufthansa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MUC to Montreal with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Franz Josef Strauss Airport's on-time performance, 71.34% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Montreal
£246 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal flight. Return plane tickets start from £468. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from MUC to Montreal, reserve your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 miles away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MUC to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 25 miles from central Montreal. Following your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near YHU. Kick back and get cosy after your MUC to Montreal flight at any of these well-located options:
Why wait around? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from YHU before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before securing your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Montreal must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 310 miles south-west to Toronto to check off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 95 miles west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.