How to Get to Munich: Flights, Airport and Transport

How to get to Munich from Brazil

The most common way to reach Munich is by plane, connecting through major European hubs. There are no direct flights from Brazil, so connections through Frankfurt, Lisbon, Paris or Amsterdam are typical.

Public transport

Munich has a good public transport system connecting the main tourist attractions. Metro, bus and tram are practical options for getting around the city.

How to Get Around in Munich

Munich has an efficient, clean, and well-integrated public transportation system, mainly operated by MVV (Münchner Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund). The network includes subway (U-Bahn), suburban train (S-Bahn), trams, and buses, all operating with excellent frequency and punctuality.

Fares and Tickets

Tickets are valid across all MVV public transport services and can be purchased at vending machines, through mobile apps, and at station counters.

Single Tickets

• Short-distance ticket (Kurzstrecke): Valid for up to 4 stops on U-Bahn or S-Bahn. Costs around €2.
• Single ticket (Einzelfahrkarte): Valid for 2 hours within the purchased zone. A ticket for Zone M (central Munich) costs approximately €4.10.

Day and Weekly Tickets

• Day ticket (Tageskarte): Allows unlimited travel for one day. The Zone M ticket costs around €9.70 per person or €18.70 for groups of up to 5 people.
• Weekly ticket (Wochenkarte): Valid for 7 consecutive days. Price depends on the zones, but for Zone M it's approximately €22.40.

Deutschland-Ticket

A great option for longer stays in Germany is the Deutschland-Ticket, which costs €58 per month. It offers unlimited travel on all regional and urban transport throughout the country, including the entire Munich network (S-Bahn, U-Bahn, bus, and tram). It's a monthly subscription that can be canceled at any time. You can purchase it via the MVGO app or by clicking here.

Important Tips:

1. Mandatory Validation:
If you purchase a paper ticket, remember to validate it before boarding using the yellow or blue machines. Digital tickets are validated automatically.

2. Understand the Zones:
Munich is divided into fare zones (Zone M + M1 to M12). Most tourist attractions are located in Zone M. For city travel, this zone is usually sufficient.