Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route, with 10 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from MUC to KEF is with Lufthansa at 22:10. Go for the first departure operated by Icelandair at 07:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from MUC to Reykjavik, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Reykjavik are available for booking. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) will be your arrival point.
Icelandair is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MUC to Reykjavik. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
You don't need a visa for Iceland if you have a passport from Germany and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
MUC is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 33 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MUC? If you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Reykjavik
91 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 161 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MUC to Reykjavik, book your trip 1 month ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 13 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Public transport will get you there in about 23 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from MUC to Reykjavik:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MUC to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Reykjavik right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are leading attractions which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
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