Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is five hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located. Washington DC observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route, with 13 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MUC to IAD is with Lufthansa at 16:45. Choose the first departure operated by United Airlines at 12:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid missing your MUC to Washington DC flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC tickets are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) will be where your journey ends.
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from MUC to Washington DC. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Munich, MUC can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
71.34% of flights leaving from Franz Josef Strauss Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Washington DC
P23,185 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC flight. A return plane ticket starts from P24,661. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from MUC to Washington DC, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel close to DCA if you have a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar to explore Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks before your flight from MUC to Washington DC can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Washington DC is about 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Once your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MUC to Washington DC flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at IAD will save you money.
You can find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC.
The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to BWI. Get settled at one of these stays after your MUC to Washington DC flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are reliable rental providers.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from BWI two weeks before your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC for the best rates.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Washington DC in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MUC to Washington DC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
Once you've booked your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Washington DC, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.