Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Munich.
Flights from MUC to TLV start at 09:10 — the first with El Al. The last service of the day is at 21:30 with El Al. In total, you can take your pick of 24 weekly Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights.
Your MUC to TLV flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Tel Aviv — and maybe even more of Israel if you have time.
Lufthansa is the top choice for travellers on this route.
El Al is the most punctual carrier that offers MUC to TLV flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MUC and TLV:
Larnaca International Airport
Heraklion Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is Rs36,151. A round-trip fare is currently Rs61,943. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MUC to TLV.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights taking off from Franz Josef Strauss Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MUC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Follow your own route with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion International Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tel Aviv. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to TLV in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Israel waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a trip to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Israel, head for Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are key reasons to visit.
