Flying from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll board your flight from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the two main airports in Osaka.
The average length of a direct Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is 14 hours 20 minutes.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours behind Osaka.
The busiest route is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Choose from 6 direct services every week. Lufthansa operates a 9:30am departure between KIX and MUC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Osaka to MUC.
With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Lufthansa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport departing from KIX.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Lufthansa from KIX to MUC.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Lufthansa. Its services land as planned 68.18% of the time.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Osaka to MUC with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between KIX and MUC include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
KIX is about 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you're catching an early flight from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another convenient option near Kansai International Airport.
Of the departures from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% touch down on time at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Haneda Airport (HND) is one of the options between Itami Airport and MUC.
Driving from central Osaka to ITM usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 16 kilometres.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Osaka to MUC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Itami Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Itami Airport has an on-time performance of 77.41%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Is around UKB 40 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Kobe Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, UKB is a dependable starting point for any trip.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MUC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt to explore Munich and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich is about 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rs94,346 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Return flights start from Rs223,040. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Osaka to MUC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Munich. July is when most people book flights from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
When booking your Osaka to MUC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Munich, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Munich
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Munich right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Osaka to Franz Josef Strauss Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese are leading attractions which should feature on any good Munich itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres west of Munich, a visit to Stuttgart will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Germany, consider Mannheim, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim are the start of reasons to visit.