Dresden to Munich (DRS–MUC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DRS–MUC is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Lufthansa, Aegean Airlines and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 211 miles in approximately 0h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH Lufthansa | 20 | 319, CR9 | 0h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| A3 Aegean Airlines | 10 | 319, CR9 | 0h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 10 | 319, CR9 | 0h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | CR9 | 0h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CA Air China | 7 | CR9 | 0h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Munich from Dresden
| Metric | DRS→MUC | PRG→MUC | BER→MUC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DRS | – | 75 mi | 86 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 56 | 123 |
| Flight time | 0h 55m | 0h 55m | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
DRS: CET · MUC: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Dresden, it's 6:00 PM in Munich.
S8 S-Bahn to Marienplatz (central Munich) takes 40 minutes (€13.60). S1 offers an alternative route. Both run every 20 minutes, starting from around 4am. The Airport City Day Ticket (€12.80) covers all city zones and is worth buying if making multiple journeys.
Lufthansa Airport Bus to Hauptbahnhof costs €12 (45 min). Taxis to central Munich run €65–80. For Nuremberg, ICE trains run from the airport station via Munich Hauptbahnhof. The terminal complex (T1 and T2) is efficiently laid out with short walks between check-in and gates.
Continental climate at 453m elevation. Winters (December–February) bring regular snowfall and temperatures of −5 to 3°C. The airport is well-equipped for winter operations and rarely closes for snow, but heavy snowfall and black ice cause delays. Munich can be hit by Föhn wind events: a warm alpine wind that reduces visibility and generates turbulence.
Summers are warm (22–28°C) with afternoon thunderstorms common in July and August. These can be severe enough to ground aircraft temporarily. Spring and fall are pleasant but variable. October is reliably clear and often the best month for connections.
DRS–MUC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DRS to MUC
Dresden Airport (DRS) and Munich Airport (MUC) are connected by nonstop service from Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, ITA Airways, Air China and Lufthansa. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DRS to MUC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DRS to MUC ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 211 miles (340 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via DUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Prague (PRG), Berlin (BER) and Wrocław (WRO).