Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 15 minutes.
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town one hour ahead of Munich.
Take your pick of three weekly Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. The 19:25 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest you can take. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 19:25.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MUC to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Cape Town (and then discovering more of South Africa!) is a cinch with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates MUC to CPT flights, with 65.0% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MUC and CPT:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is Rs113,881. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs175,330. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MUC to CPT, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MUC to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Of the flights that depart from Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MUC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Reserve a hotel close to CPT if you're on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
