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Overview: Munich to Essen flight

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Flights from Munich to Essen depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €18 by train.

There are 17 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 493 km distance in 1h 5m. May is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €18
Distance
493 km
Average flight duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
€60
Flights per day
22
Direct flights
17
Fastest flight
1h 5m
Cheapest month to travel
May
First flight
05:50
Last flight
22:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €18

The cheapest and fastest flights from Munich to Essen

Showing times and prices for Nov 14

Cheapest price

€161

Average price

€475

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 6 m

Flights per day

36

Distance

493 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Munich to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich to Essen will cost around €475 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €161.

Fast flights

Of the 36 flights that leave Munich for Essen onFri, Nov 14, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 14 the direct flights cover the 493 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Fri, Nov 14 the longest flights will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Eurowings EW81
08:50AM1h10
Munich Airport
10:00AMCologne Bonn Airport
1611One-way
0 transfers
Lufthansa CitylineLH2000
06:30AM1h10
Munich Airport
07:40AMDusseldorf Airport
1921One-way
0 transfers
LufthansaLH2040
09:30PM1h10
Munich Airport
10:40PMDusseldorf Airport
1921One-way
0 transfers
Eurowings EW87
08:40PM1h10
Munich Airport
09:50PMCologne Bonn Airport
2191One-way
0 transfers
LufthansaLH2004
07:30AM1h10
Munich Airport
08:40AMDusseldorf Airport
2221One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €60.

Distance: 493 km

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Bus

€161

Average price

€125

Average price

€43

Average price

Cheapest

4h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 15m

Average total duration

12h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Munich to Essen flight times

The table below shows live departures for Munich to Essen flights for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 11:35 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
lufthansaLH20201:05 PM Munich Airport
1h10
2:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansaLO4904+lot_polish_airlinesLO4051:40 PM Munich Airport
7h50
9:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLO4904+lot_polish_airlinesLO4031:40 PM Munich Airport
18h55
8:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLO4904+lot_polish_airlinesLO4071:40 PM Munich Airport
4h20
6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
eurowingsEW7173 · EW90331:45 PM Munich Airport
4h35
6:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
eurowingsEW7173 · EW70661:45 PM Munich Airport
6h10
7:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH111 · LH842:00 PM Munich Airport
3h00
5:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH20222:30 PM Munich Airport
1h10
3:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansaLH2072+eurowingsLH54093:00 PM Munich Airport
3h20
6:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansa_citylineLH19843:10 PM Munich Airport
1h05
4:15 PM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansaLH20243:30 PM Munich Airport
1h10
4:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsEW90833:45 PM Munich Airport
1h10
4:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsLH53514:00 PM Munich Airport
1h10
5:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsEW854:00 PM Munich Airport
1h10
5:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansaLH20284:45 PM Munich Airport
1h10
5:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lh_city_airlinesLH41106:00 PM Munich Airport
1h10
7:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lot_polish_airlinesLO354 · LO4036:30 PM Munich Airport
14h05
8:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
eurowingsEW90856:40 PM Munich Airport
1h10
7:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsEW877:40 PM Munich Airport
1h10
8:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
lot_polish_airlinesLO4908 · LO4037:55 PM Munich Airport
12h40
8:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH20408:30 PM Munich Airport
1h10
9:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 14
lufthansa_citylineLH20005:30 AM Munich Airport
1h10
6:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lot_polish_airlinesLO356 · LO4075:55 AM Munich Airport
12h05
6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO356 · LO4055:55 AM Munich Airport
15h35
9:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH93 · LH746:00 AM Munich Airport
2h55
8:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansa_citylineLH19726:20 AM Munich Airport
1h05
7:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansaLH20046:30 AM Munich Airport
1h10
7:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsEW90817:20 AM Munich Airport
1h10
8:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansa_citylineLH20067:30 AM Munich Airport
1h10
8:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsEW817:50 AM Munich Airport
1h10
9:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsLH53497:50 AM Munich Airport
1h10
9:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect
eurowingsEW7171 · EW90338:15 AM Munich Airport
6h55
3:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO352 · LO4058:45 AM Munich Airport
12h45
9:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lot_polish_airlinesLO352 · LO4078:45 AM Munich Airport
9h15
6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH101+lufthansa_citylineLH789:00 AM Munich Airport
3h35
12:35 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH103+lufthansa_citylineLH7810:00 AM Munich Airport
2h35
12:35 PM Dusseldorf Airport1 transfer
lufthansaLH201210:00 AM Munich Airport
1h10
11:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport0 transfersDirect
lufthansaLO4972+lot_polish_airlinesLO3906 · LO40710:15 AM Munich Airport
7h45
6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport2 transfers
lot_polish_airlinesLO4976 · LO3944 · LO40710:15 AM Munich Airport
7h45
6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport2 transfers
lufthansaLO4972+lot_polish_airlinesLO3906 · LO40510:15 AM Munich Airport
11h15
9:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport2 transfers
lufthansaLO4964+lot_polish_airlinesLO3838 · LO40510:20 AM Munich Airport
11h10
9:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport2 transfers
lufthansaLO4964+lot_polish_airlinesLO3838 · LO40710:20 AM Munich Airport
7h40
6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport2 transfers
lufthansaLO4964+lot_polish_airlinesLO3816 · LO40510:20 AM Munich Airport
11h10
9:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport2 transfers
lh_city_airlinesLH405010:30 AM Munich Airport
1h05
11:35 AM Cologne Bonn Airport0 transfersDirect

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Airlines: Eurowings , Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic from Munich to EssenFind the best flights between Munich to Essen with Omio's travel partners Eurowings , Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic from €18. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Lufthansa

About
Lufthansa is Germany’s largest airline and one of the leading carriers in Europe, connecting travelers to destinations worldwide from its main hubs in Frankfurt and Munich. Its modern fleet offers a wide choice of travel experiences, from Economy Class with affordable fares and onboard entertainment to Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class with extra comfort, fine dining, and exclusive lounge access.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€123
Lufthansa frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8 kg) and 1 personal item included in Economy Class
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, prices vary by route and fare type
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on fare type; most flexible fares offer full refund, basic fares are non-refundable
Pregnant on board
Lufthansa allows travel up to end of 36th week for single pregnancies, 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Lufthansa provides wheelchair service and special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small dogs and cats allowed in cabin or cargo hold, fees apply. Service animals travel free of charge
Entertaiment on board

Lufthansa Cityline

About
Lufthansa CityLine is a German regional airline and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, operating as part of the Lufthansa Regional concept. Headquartered at Munich Airport, with hubs also at Frankfurt Airport, it operates a dense domestic and European network on behalf of its parent company. The airline primarily uses regional jets like the Bombardier CRJ900, along with Airbus A319s and A320neos, to connect smaller European cities to Lufthansa's major hubs. Lufthansa CityLine is known for its reliability in providing feeder traffic to Frankfurt and Munich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€190
Lufthansa Cityline frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8kg max) and 1 personal item
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, up to 23kg per piece
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 24h before departure, refund depends on fare type and timing of cancellation
Pregnant on board
Up to 36 weeks for single pregnancies, 32 weeks for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Available for children aged 5-11, must be booked at least 48h in advance. Service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin (max 8kg including carrier), must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board

Eurowings

About
Eurowings is a German low-cost airline that offers affordable flights across Europe and to select long-haul destinations. As part of the Lufthansa Group, Eurowings connects major European cities as well as holiday destinations with a modern fleet. Passengers can choose from different fare options ranging from basic economy with great value to more flexible tickets that include extra comfort, priority boarding, and additional services. With onboard amenities such as snacks, drinks, and WiFi available on many routes, Eurowings is a convenient choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€60
Eurowings frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
1 small bag (40x30x20cm) included
Additional luggage
Additional cabin bag (55x40x23cm) and checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 7 days away. After that, cancellation fees apply based on fare type
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly until the end of 36th week (32nd week for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel as UM with mandatory assistance. Ages 12-17 optional assistance. Service must be booked in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 8kg including carrier. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board

Air Baltic

About
AirBaltic is the flag carrier of Latvia and a leading hybrid airline in the Baltics, combining aspects of traditional network and low-cost carriers. Founded in 1995, it operates a modern fleet of Airbus A220-300 aircraft, connecting the Baltics from hubs in Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius, and Tampere to over 70 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus. The company is majority-owned by the Latvian state. AirBaltic is recognized for its commitment to passenger experience, having received awards for cabin service and being among the world's safest airlines. In a pioneering move, AirBaltic became the first European airline to offer free high-speed SpaceX Starlink internet on its flights in February 2025.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€88
Air Baltic frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x40x23 cm) max 8kg
Additional luggage
Checked baggage up to 23kg can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets available with Premium fare, Basic tickets non-refundable but changeable for fee
Pregnant on board
Until week 36, medical certificate required after week 28
Unaccompagned minor
Available for children aged 5-17, must be booked at least 48h in advance, service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 8kg including carrier, must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Munich to Essen Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Essen by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Munich to Essen can start from as little as €80 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Munich to Essen is €165; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Munich to Essen flight travel time is 1 h 10 min   for the 493 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Munich to Essen leaves at 06: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Munich to Essen leaves at 21: 15.
Yes, there are 19 direct flights a day from Munich to Essen with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline (2) or Air Baltic. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
For the best Munich to Essen flight to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline (2) or Air Baltic. However, it's always good to check all possible airlines with services to Essen from Munich to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a flight from Munich to Essen is November.
You have options as you can travel to Essen from Munich 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.
Since both Munich and Essen are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is no time difference between Munich and Essen.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Popular airports from Munich to Essen

Munich
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Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
carConnection
Car connection
A92, exit Flughafen München
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and luxury brands like Hermès and Montblanc.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 5€ per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Lufthansa and Air France lounges.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in Terminal 1, Module D, Level 03.
Public transit options for Munich Airport
  • Buses: 635, 512, 635
  • Train: S1, S8

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