Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 15 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich one hour behind Cape Town.
You can choose from three weekly Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 09:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your CPT to MUC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Lufthansa has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
Lufthansa is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating CPT to MUC flights, Lufthansa has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CPT and MUC:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is 352 €. A return plane ticket right now is 610 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CPT to MUC.
The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CPT to MUC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT land on time.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider booking a hotel near MUC if you're taking a late Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Book your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and discover more of Munich and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Munich. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Munich, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced 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 ready to explore another side of Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are among its highlights.
