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Cheapest return flight
£111
Typical prices: £180-£273
easyJet
Sun 7/10Tue 9/10
EDI - MUC • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£129
Typical prices: £175-£280
easyJet
Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
EDI - MUC • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa, easyJet, and Lufthansa City Airlines. Average duration is 2h 15m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £114 (return)
Shortest trip • 3h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Munich (EDI-MUC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Munich

Wed, 7 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
easyJet Logo
06:00 - 09:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 15mdirect
easyJet Logo
21:50 - 08:35MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
£111easyJet
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
easyJet Logo
06:00 - 09:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 15mdirect
easyJet Logo
10:00 - 20:35MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 35m1 stop London Gatwick
£118easyJet
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
easyJet Logo
08:20 - 19:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
10h 15m1 stop London Gatwick
easyJet Logo
14:50 - 16:15MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 25mdirect
£121easyJet
Wed, 7 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 15mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:50 - 09:25MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 35m1 stop London Gatwick
£123Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 15mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 - 21:45MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
£126Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 - 19:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
7h 25m1 stop Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 16:15MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 25mdirect
£137Multiple Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
17:15 - 20:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 15mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
15:05 - 16:25MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 20mdirect
£177Lufthansa
Sat, 3 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
17:15 - 20:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 15mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
15:05 - 16:25MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
2h 20mdirect
£183Lufthansa
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
KLM Logo
17:00 - 22:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
4h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
17:35 - 23:05MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£200KLM
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
KLM Logo
13:25 - 19:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
4h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
07:00 - 12:30MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£200KLM
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Munich flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Munich with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Munich?

Return flights from Edinburgh to Munich start at £111. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £180 to £273. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £111 on easyJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Munich?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Munich and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Munich?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Munich at £170 return.
  • September (£251) and August (£251) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Munich the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Munich are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Edinburgh to Munich

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on easyJet

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on MUC

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Expert on EDI

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

Key details for Edinburgh to Munich flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£35
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)
Flights from Edinburgh to Munich

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Munich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Munich based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Munich flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Edinburgh to Munich flights?

    Among airlines operating Edinburgh to Munich flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Edinburgh to Munich?

    3 airlines operate flights between Edinburgh and Munich. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • easyJet
    • Lufthansa City Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Munich?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Munich usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Edinburgh to Munich flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Munich?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Munich:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Edinburgh to Munich?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £114 return via London Gatwick (LGW), compared with £226 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Edinburgh to Munich?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £22–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Edinburgh to Munich?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Munich pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Munich most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Munich?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Edinburgh to Munich route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £205 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £237, a difference of £33. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Munich?

    Some of the most popular sights in Munich are Munich City Centre, München Hauptbahnhof, and Marienplatz. These are among the most viewed places in Munich on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Edinburgh to Munich?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Edinburgh to Munich:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:15
    • Latest: departs at 17:15 and lands at 19:30.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Munich flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 28% above the route average of £223. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Munich?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Munich takes 2h 15m, covering 826 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Munich?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Munich looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Munich are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £89, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Munich?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 54m, compared to 4h 34m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and 4h 59m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Munich?

    Munich is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)?

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Flex To Go
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Munich flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Munich range from £180 to £273, with an average of £223 over the past 12 months. Anything below £180 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Munich flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £205 – about £33 less than Friday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Munich trip for March. Fares historically average £170 return in that month – typically £81 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £114 return on this route – about £112 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
    - Hilton Munich Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Edinburgh to Munich?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Monday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Tuesday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Wednesday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Thursday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,easyJet

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

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Direct returns

Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Tuesday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Wednesday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Thursday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,easyJet

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Lufthansa,easyJet

Lufthansa,easyJet

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