Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich two hours behind Jeddah.
Flights from JED to MUC start from 09:40 — the first with Saudia. The latest departure is at 10:15 with Saudia. Overall, you can choose from four weekly King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your JED to MUC flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Saudia offers direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
Saudia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Saudia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for JED to MUC flights, with 84.62% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between JED and MUC:
Cairo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
ج.م. 6,279 is currently the best price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 14,116. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from JED to MUC by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of JED.
To reach King Abdulaziz International Airport from central Jeddah, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel close to JED? If you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Grab a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car and explore Munich and beyond with your own set of wheels. OK Mobility, Alamo and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Franz Josef Strauss Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport for July if you'd like to visit Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JED to MUC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Munich, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its top attractions. From Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg to Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Stuttgart is another standout destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No journey is complete without experiencing Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
