How to travel from Athens to Munich

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Compare bus and flight for Athens to Munich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €134 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €134, while a flight costs an average of €397.

Distance: 929 miles (1496 km)

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€397

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€527

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6h 22m

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36h 30m

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20h 52m

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Compare ways to travel from Athens to Munich

Compare the available ways to get from Athens to Munich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Munich is a bus with an average price of €134.

This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Munich:

A bus is €263 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Munich costing on average €397.

The fastest way to travel from Athens to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 22m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athens and Munich including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Athens to Munich among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 16h 30m sooner (4h 22m by flight vs 20h 52m by car) and save roughly €131 compared to fuel and tolls (€397 vs €527). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Athens to Munich

How to get from Athens to Munich by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Athens to Munich is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • PegasusPC1192 · PC1023
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • PegasusPC1192 · PC1023
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1757
    0 transfers

Other options

  • sky expressGQ870
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ717 · AZ432
    1 transfer
  • Aegean AirlinesA3116 · A3502
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Athens to Munich

Travel to Munich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Munich.

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There are 2 options to travel between Athens and Munich including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Munich is a bus with an average price of €134.

This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Munich:

A bus is €263 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Munich costing on average €397.

The fastest way to travel from Athens to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 22m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 30m.

The distance from Athens to Munich is approximately 929 miles (1496 km).
The average frequency per day from Athens to Munich is:
  • Around 95 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Munich as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Athens International Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Athens to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Turkish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, Pegasus, Qatar Airways, Swiss, Vueling, British Airways, TAP Portugal, Austrian Airlines, CitizenPlane, Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Brussels Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Smartwings, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air to go to Munich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Munich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Athens to Munich:
  • 11 direct flights per day with Aegean Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Athens to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Munich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Munich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Munich, you can visit the Hofbräuhaus for traditional Bavarian food and live music, explore BMW Welt for the latest BMW models and interactive experiences, and catch a game or admire the architecture at Allianz Arena. Discover history at the Munich Residenz, enjoy sports and views at Olympiapark, and marvel at the Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz. Wander through the opulent Nymphenburg Palace and its gardens, relax in the expansive English Garden, learn at the Deutsches Museum, and savor local delicacies at Viktualienmarkt.
To fully experience Munich's main attractions, such as Marienplatz, the English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and the BMW Museum, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.

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