Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Faro is one hour behind Munich and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from MUC to FAO start at 06:00 — the first with Marabu Airlines. The latest departure is at 16:00 with Marabu Airlines. In total, there are 11 weekly Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MUC to FAO flight.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Faro (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a cinch with Marabu Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Marabu Airlines on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates MUC to FAO flights. An exceptional 80.0% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MUC and FAO:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Stuttgart Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Faro Airport (FAO)
$93 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport flight. A return flight starts from $256. These fares may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from MUC to FAO, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Of all flights leaving Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Franz Josef Strauss Airport from central Munich, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MUC:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FAO instead:
Follow your own route with a Faro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and chase adventure across Faro and beyond.
Booking your ride from Faro Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
From Faro Airport, Faro is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Faro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Faro Airport for August if you'd like to go to Faro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MUC to FAO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen Faro. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
If you're looking to explore another side of Portugal, consider Porto, about 467 kilometres north of Faro. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are highlights.