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Approximate Travel Distance | Approximate Flight Duration | Popular Airlines | Popular Airport |
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151
Miles
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40 min
| Zurich Airport |
Transportation to Munich Airport from the City Center
Augsburg Airport
Augsburg Airport is located 7km from Augsburg city, a city in the German state of Bavaria. Augsburg Airport is used mainly for general aviation and business flights. The airport is located 60 km from Munich. Augsburg Airport is accessible by bus, car, or taxi.
Taxi
Another convenient and fast method of transportation to get to Augsburg Airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxis are a very comfortable transportation alternative. There are various taxi companies that operate throughout the city. Taxis are easy to find in the city but you could also have your hotel help arrange one for you. Taxi companies that you can choose from include Augsburger Taxizentrale, Augsburger Grobraumtaxi, Taxi Flughafentransfer Hanka and Taxi und Mietwagen Schrettle.
Bus
Taking the bus to Augsburg Airport from the city center is another option. The Augsburg city buses depart from many locations in the city and provide comfortable transportation to the airport for a reasonable price. For more information on bus routes and rates please visit Augsburg Airport’s website.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another great option to get to Augsburg Airport and to discover the city and its surroundings during your trip. There are various rental car companies located in the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt, Autovermietung Greif and Autovermietung Straub-National.
Airport Information
Augsburg Airport is located in Affing, 7 km from Augsburg city in Bavaria. In 2005 all commercial passenger traffic was relocated to Munich Airport. Today Augsburg Airport is a regional airport operating general aviation flights and business flights. The airport operates out of one terminal building and features various services like health services, rental car services, a free parking lot, a shop featuring flight equipment, a restaurant, and seminar rooms.
Munich Airport
Munich Airport is Germany’s second largest airport after Frankfurt Airport and it is also Europe’s 7th busiest airport and was the 34th busiest airport in the world in 2015. Located about 30 km from the city center Munich Airport is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights. There are several transportation alternatives available to get to the airport from the city center. The airport is accessible by train, bus, and rental car. Munich Airport also contains indoor and outdoor parking lots that offer short-term or long-term parking options, so driving your personal car is another alternative.
Train
There is a rail system in place that provides transportation from the city center directly to Munich Airport. Trains depart every 10 minutes and provide transportation to terminals 1 and 2. The S1 train line connects Neufahrn, Moosach, Laim, Munich Hauptbahnhof, Marienplatz and Ostbahnhof with the airport and the S8 train line connects Ostbahnhof, Isartor, Marienplatz, Karlsplatz/Stachus, Hauptbahnhof, Laim and Pasing and Herrsching with the airport. For both lines the total trip from the furthest point on the line to the airport takes about 50 minutes.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to Munich Airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi to Munich Airport from the city center is reasonably priced. Taxis are easily accessible in the city or you can have the hotel you are staying at help arrange one for you.
Bus
Another method of transportation to get to Munich Airport from the city center is by bus. There are many bus routes that you can choose from. The bus route that you will take to get to Munich Airport will vary depending on your location in the city. For detailed information on bus routes and stops please visit Munich Airport’s website.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to Munich Airport. There are various rental car companies located in the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Buchbinder, and Thrifty. You can also return your vehicle at the airport before your departure at the Car Rental Return area. Before heading to the airport we recommend taking a look at the traffic conditions and leaving accordingly.
Airport Information
Located about 30 km from the city center, Munich Airport is a major international airport serving the city. Munich Airport operates both domestic and international flights out of 2 passenger terminals. The airport covers quite a large area and features an inter-terminal shuttle bus to provide passengers with quick transportation between terminals. Terminals are equipped with standard services such as health services, rental car offices, ATMs, a lost and found, lounges, children’s play areas, baby care rooms, a health center, charging stations, Wi-Fi, a pharmacy, meeting rooms, 2 airport hotels, and sleeping cabins. Munich Airport also features special services and amenities such as a visitor’s terrace, events at the Munich Airport Center, children’s entertainment and more.
Munich Airport also contains a variety of restaurants, bars, and cafes that offer delicious examples of international cuisine and stores where passengers can do some last minute shopping. Venues where you can go shopping include Accessorize, Airport Souvenirs, United Colors of Benetton, Bobbi Brown, CEDON, Desigual, Duty Free/Travel Value, Gucci, GANT, Jo Malone, Pinko, Victoria’s Secret, and Wolford. Restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Adelholzener Bar, Alfredo Café Bar, Bagutta Pizza Culture, Bistro Organic, Café Servus, Caviar & FineFood, Coffee Fellows, Langnese Bistro, Mc Donald’s, Segafredo Bar, Starbucks, Subway, and Wiener’s – Der Kaffee.
Transportation to Zurich City Center from Airport
Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and is situated at the tip of Lake Zurich. The city is divided in two by the Limmat River, which is a outlet of Lake Zurich. The city’s main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof, is the focal point of the public transportation network. Every tram, train, and bus line passes through this area, providing transportation to various parts of the city and its surrounding areas. The public transportation system in Zurich is the Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV). Public transportation vehicles in Zurich are very clean, reliable and comfortable. The prices are very reasonable and every vehicle is extremely punctual. While trains provide transportation within the city, and access to neighboring cities, the most preferred means transportation in the city are buses and trams.
The public transportation network also operates after midnight. This service is called the night supplement. You need to purchase a night supplement ticket, in addition to your regular ZVV network ticket. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines, sales offices, or by SMS.
The ZürichCARD is a fare payment system for all public transit in the city. It is an ideal option for tourists looking to explore the city during their stay. Purchasing a Zurich card to use during your stay ends up being more affordable. You have the option of purchasing a ticket that is valid for 24-hours or 72-hours. These tickets also offer free entry to museums in Zurich, a 10-20% discount in participating stores, and discounts on city tours and various cultural activities.
Zurich Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the country. The airport is located 13 km from the city center, a 12 minute ride by rail. If you plan on getting to the city center by public transportation you can purchase a ticket after you land, which will be valid for 1 hour. Passengers under the age of 16 receive a discount on tickets. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult and ride for free. Passengers under the age of 25 can purchase a multi-day pass, which is more affordable.
Train
The easiest way to get to the city center from the airport is by train. The train station is located at the airport, on Level -2, next to the shopping mall. The train runs every 12 minutes and provides transportation to the main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof. The total trip from the airport to the main station takes 12 minutes. The main railway station is located in the city center. The public transportation system in the city is incredibly punctual, so keep in mind that the train will depart on time.
Zurich Hauptbahnhof is a major station with dense passenger traffic. Trains departing from this station provide transportation within the city as well as transportation to other cities in Switzerland and neighboring countries such as France and Germany. The railway station also contains a shopping center, the ShopVille mall, located beneath it. Other areas that regional trains travel to include the Glattbrugg Railway Station, Regensdorf Railway Station, Schlieren Railway Station, Waldburg, Wollishofen and Uetliberg.
Bus
Another way to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. The bus network in the city is very comprehensive and convenient. Buses depart from the Airport Centre and provide transportation to the main railway station. From there you can access every part of the city using different public transportation alternatives. Buses are also very punctual and depart on time under normal circumstance but visitors should expect delays when it snows.
Tram
The tram is the second largest transport network in the city, after buses. There are 10 tram lines that provide transportation within the city. These lines all gather around the city center and operate from the city center to the outskirts of the city. However, since the tram network isn’t as comprehensive as the bus network you can’t access every part of the city by tram. Once you get off the tram you always have the option of transferring to a bus or train.
Taking the tram to the city center is quite convenient. Tram Line 10 provides transportation from the airport to the main railway station located in the city center. The tram departs from the Airport Centre, which is located on Level -2. The tram runs every 7 ½ to 15 minutes.
Tram Line 2 operates between Farbhof and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 3 operates between Albisrieden and Kluspla, tram Line 4 operates between Werdhölzli and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 5 operates between Enge Railway Station and the zoo, tram Line 7 operates between Wollishofen and Stettbach Railway Station, tram Line 9 operates between Triemli and Hirzenbach, tram Line 10 operates between Seebach and the Main Railway Station, tram Line 11 operates between Oerlikon Railway Station and Rehalp, tram Line 13 operates between Albisgütli and Frankental, and tram Line 14 operates between Tremli and Seebach.
Taxi
Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. However, taxis are more expensive than public transportation options and offer the same level of comfort. Public transportation vehicles provide quality service at an affordable price so paying extra for a taxi can be unnecessary.
Rental Car
If you don’t want to use public transportation vehicles, then renting a car is another transportation alternative. You can rent a car from the Airport Center, located on level 1, and return your vehicle to the Rental Car Return area at the end of your trip, if you are flying out of Zurich Airport. You can also book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Rental car companies located at the airport that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National, and Sixt.
Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019Frequently Asked Questions
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For Munich-Zurich flights, you can use Augsburg Airport, Munich Airport, München Railway Station as departure airport, and Zurich Airport, Zürich Railway Station for arrival.
The flight distance between Munich-Zurich is 242 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 40 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Munich-Zurich flights is Tuesday.
