Munich Airport Map & Terminal Guide 2026

Munich Airport Map

The Munich Airport map below shows the full layout of Munich Airport Franz Josef Strauß (MUC/EDDM). MUC handled 41.6 million passengers in 2024, making it Germany’s second busiest airport after Frankfurt and the eleventh busiest in Europe. It is the primary hub for Lufthansa and a major operating base for over 96 airlines serving more than 240 destinations across 66 countries.

As you can see on the Munich Airport map, the layout divides into two main buildings: Terminal 1 on the west side and Terminal 2 on the east side, with the Munich Airport Center (MAC) connecting them in the middle. Terminal 2 extends further eastward via an underground people mover to the Terminal 2 Satellite, which holds gates K and L. A brand new pier attached to Terminal 1 opened for passenger operations on 21 April 2026. Study the MUC airport map before you travel so you know which terminal and module your airline uses.

Munich Airport Location Map

Munich Airport is located approximately 28.5 km (18 miles) northeast of Munich city centre, near the town of Freising in Upper Bavaria. The Munich Airport location map below shows MUC’s position relative to the city. The airport sits in an open plain north of the city with direct motorway access via the A9 and A92, and a direct S-Bahn rail link into Munich’s city centre.

Munich Airport Terminals

Munich Airport has two separate terminal buildings on either side of the Munich Airport Center (MAC). Terminal 1 is on the west and handles non-Star Alliance carriers. Terminal 2 is on the east and is used exclusively by Lufthansa and its Star Alliance partners, extending to the Terminal 2 Satellite via underground people mover. The MAC sits between them and houses the S-Bahn station, shops and restaurants accessible to both arriving and departing passengers.

Munich Airport Center (MAC)

The Munich Airport Center is the central hub connecting both terminals at landside. It contains the underground S-Bahn station (served by lines S1 and S8), a large retail and dining area, and serves as the interchange point for the free inter-terminal shuttle bus. Airside, it does not give access to gates; passengers must clear security in their respective terminal first.

Munich Airport Terminal 1

Terminal 1 is the older of the two terminals, having opened in May 1992. It primarily handles airlines that are not part of the Star Alliance. The terminal is split into five modules: A, B, C, D and E. Modules A and D handle Schengen flights; modules B and C handle non-Schengen destinations. Module E is arrivals only. Each module functions as a largely self-contained unit with its own check-in counters, security lanes and baggage claim. A central area called Zone Z (Zentralbereich) provides additional check-in desks and connects the modules at landside.

The New Terminal 1 Pier (April 2026)

The new Terminal 1 Pier is Munich Airport’s most significant infrastructure opening in decades. The €665 million project took seven years to complete and started moving passengers on 21 April 2026. The pier is 360 metres long and covers roughly 95,000 square metres, adding capacity for up to 6 million additional passengers per year. It focuses on non-Schengen operations and can handle 12 narrow-body aircraft or 6 wide-bodies simultaneously, including two A380-capable gates.

Munich Airport Terminal 2

Terminal 2 opened in June 2003 as a dedicated facility for Lufthansa and its Star Alliance partners, co-operated by Lufthansa (40%) and Munich Airport (60%). It is built around a central plaza rather than modules, with Level 4 (gates G) handling Schengen flights and Level 5 (gates H) handling non-Schengen. Bus gates on Level 3 serve additional Schengen departures. The main pier is approximately 980 metres long and has 24 jet bridges. Terminal 2 handles around 79% of all airport operations and is widely regarded as one of Europe’s most efficient transfer terminals.

Terminal 2 Satellite (Gates K and L)

The Terminal 2 Satellite is an airside-only extension connected to Terminal 2 by a fully automated underground people mover (PTS) running every 4 minutes between 04:00 and 00:00. All check-in, baggage claim and public arrivals functions remain in Terminal 2. The satellite adds 52 gates and 27 aircraft stands, 11 of which accommodate wide-body aircraft including the Airbus A380 (gate used by Emirates). Gate level K handles Schengen flights; gate level L handles non-Schengen. The satellite also includes 44 passport control stations, 24 security lanes for transfer passengers, and five Lufthansa lounges.

Munich Airport Security Checkpoints

Each terminal and module at Munich Airport has its own security checkpoint. You cannot cross between terminals airside, so make sure you enter the correct terminal before clearing security. Terminal 1 modules each have a dedicated checkpoint; Terminal 2 has a central checkpoint covering both the G and H gates. The Terminal 2 Satellite has its own transfer security lanes for connecting passengers who do not need to reclear from scratch.

Getting Between Terminals on the Munich Airport Map

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are landside-connected via the Munich Airport Center. Once you have cleared security in one terminal, you cannot cross to the other terminal airside. If you need to switch terminals (for example, for a connection involving different airline groups), you must exit back to the landside level and take the free inter-terminal shuttle bus or walk through the MAC. Always confirm your terminal before clearing security.

Getting from Terminal 2 to the Satellite

The Terminal 2 Satellite is reached airside via the automated underground people mover (PTS). After clearing security at Terminal 2, follow signs to the satellite. The PTS departs every 4 minutes from 04:00 to midnight and the journey takes under 2 minutes. All check-in and baggage functions remain in the main Terminal 2 building.

Getting to Munich Airport

All S-Bahn connections depart from the underground station within the Munich Airport Center, accessible from both terminals. Taxis and ride-shares pick up at the arrivals curbside of each terminal.

Munich Airport Parking

Pre-book Munich Airport parking at munich-airport.com for guaranteed availability and online discounts. Over 15,000 spaces are available across terminal-adjacent decks and economy lots further away.

Munich Airport Map — Arrivals

Domestic and Schengen arrivals at Terminal 1 deplane in Modules A or D and proceed to baggage claim within that module. Non-Schengen arrivals come through Modules B or C and clear passport control before reaching baggage claim. Arrivals at Terminal 2 from Schengen routes collect bags on the ground floor of T2; non-Schengen arrivals from the satellite clear passport control in the satellite building before returning to T2 for baggage claim. Ground transportation including taxis, ride-shares and the S-Bahn is at the arrivals curbside and the MAC station respectively.

Munich Airport Map — Departures

Check your airline carefully before heading to MUC as the terminal split is strict. Lufthansa and Star Alliance partners check in at Terminal 2. All other carriers check in at Terminal 1, with the correct module depending on whether your route is Schengen or non-Schengen. Allow extra time at Terminal 1 if you are unfamiliar with the modular layout, as check-in areas for different modules are spread across a wide footprint. Walk times between modules can be longer than they appear on the map.

Recommended Arrival Times

Arrive at least 2 hours before European flights and 3 hours before intercontinental departures. During peak summer and Christmas periods, add 30 minutes. MUC is generally efficient but the modular Terminal 1 layout can add time if you arrive at the wrong module. Gate assignments appear on screens throughout the terminals and on your airline’s app. Check-in counters typically close 45–60 minutes before departure.

Insider Tips

Terminal 2 is noticeably smoother than Terminal 1 for navigation, with a central plaza layout versus the spread-out modular system. If you have a choice of routing, T2 connections are easier. The CT scanner lanes at T2 and the new pier mean you can leave laptops and liquids in your bag, saving real time at security. The Airbräu brewery inside Terminal 2 is one of the few airport breweries in the world and a worth a stop if you have time before a flight. For budget travel, the S-Bahn is by far the best value into the city at €14.30 versus a €60-plus taxi. If you park in the economy lots (P41, P43, P44, P50, P51), your parking ticket gives you free S-Bahn access to the terminals. Always confirm your terminal and module using the Munich Airport map above before you travel.