Cheap flights Manchester – Munich

October is the cheapest month on this route, and fares stay reasonable from late autumn into early spring, outside the school breaks. Summer and the run-up to Christmas are the busy stretches, when Munich fills up for its festival season and its winter markets. Midweek departures, especially Tuesday and Wednesday, usually cost less than Friday evenings or Sunday returns. Book a few weeks ahead for spring and autumn trips; for summer and the Christmas period, give yourself longer. Early departures often beat the afternoon wave.

Several carriers share this route, so the fare depends on what is bundled in. Low-cost operators such as Easyjet, Jet2, Norwegian, Vueling Airlines and Eurowings keep the base ticket lean: a cabin bag is usually included, while a checked bag and seat selection are add-ons. Full-service names including Lufthansa City Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines cost more up front but fold in a checked bag and a seat. Sun Express, Cityjet and German Airways appear on selected departures, often as regional or seasonal services. Direct flights exist here, but not every airline flies non-stop, so check whether your ticket is a through connection or two separate bookings.

Munich International sits north-east of the city, and the suburban rail is the usual way in: trains run from the airport station under the terminal to the main railway station, where the trams and underground lines take you onward. Airport buses cover a similar trip, and taxis and car hire are there if you land late. Allow time for the walk from the gate and for passport checks, which slow down when long-haul arrivals land together. If you are heading on into Bavaria, rail from the main station is easier than driving out of the airport.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

German

Emergency number

112, 110

Driving side

right

Calling code

+49

Internet domain

.de

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Munich

1.5 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Europe/Berlin)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check your baggage allowance before you pick a low-cost fare, since a cabin bag only ticket leaves your suitcase behind.
• Confirm whether your ticket is a direct flight or a connection, and whether any legs sit on separate bookings.
• Have your passport and entry documents for Germany ready, and check the rules that apply to your nationality.
• Look at the price calendar across the year, not just the week you first thought of, since October is usually the cheapest month.
• Book early for summer, the autumn festival season and the Christmas markets, when Munich fills up.
• If you connect, leave enough time between flights and check whether your bags are checked through to Munich.