Travelling from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dresden.
Take your pick of 103 weekly Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest you can take. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 20:40.
To ensure you get on your DRS to MUC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Travelling to Munich (and then discovering more of Germany!) is easy with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
With a reliable 87.43% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating DRS to MUC flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DRS and MUC:
Frankfurt Airport
Zurich Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rs36,706 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs48,077. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from DRS to MUC, book your trip six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DRS to MUC.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Dresden International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84.36% of flights that take off from DRS reach their destination on time.
Dresden International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Dresden. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near DRS? If you're catching an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're coming in on a late Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MUC:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Dresden 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 laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Dresden International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you want to visit Munich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DRS to MUC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Germany, consider Stuttgart, about 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are highlights.
