Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Munich five hours ahead of Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to MUC start from 16:20 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 19:55 with Lufthansa. Overall, you can choose from 19 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CLT to MUC flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays 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.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
With a reliable 86.21% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for CLT to MUC flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CLT and MUC:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is P24,019. A round-trip fare is currently P34,354. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from CLT to MUC, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 4 hours 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near CLT? If you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you have a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MUC:
Travel at your own speed with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and find adventure across Munich and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Munich. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CLT to MUC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to check off its top attractions. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.