Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 6 hours 20 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich two hours behind Riyadh.
Choose from three weekly King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Saudia is the earliest flight you can take. Saudia operates the last service of the day at 09:45.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RUH to MUC flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Saudia is your ticket to exploring Munich (and perhaps some other great parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier operating RUH to MUC flights. An exceptional 94.44% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and MUC:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
At the moment, £98 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £201. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RUH to MUC.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to MUC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH arrive on schedule 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 25 miles away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to visit Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to MUC in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 310 miles north-west to Essen to tick off its leading sights. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 120 miles north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are among the biggest draws.