Munich to Lausanne flights
Lausanne lies 414 km (257 mi) south-west of Munich, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 17 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Munich | Lausanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Switzerland |
| Population | 1.5 million | 139,111 |
| Elevation | 524 m (1,719 ft) | 453 m (1,486 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Nearest large airport | MUC, 29 km out | GVA, 51 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Lausanne
Crossing from Germany into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Airports at each end
Leaving Munich
Munich is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Munich Airport (MUC), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Innsbruck Airport (INN, 99 km).
Arriving in Lausanne
Lausanne is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Geneva International Airport (GVA), 51 km (32 mi) from the centre, whose 12,795-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Annecy Meythet airport (NCY, 77 km), Bern Airport (BRN, 79 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva International Airport | GVA | 51 km (32 mi) | 12,795 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Annecy Meythet airport (regional) | NCY | 77 km (48 mi) | 5,348 ft | 1,521 ft |
| Bern Airport (regional) | BRN | 79 km (49 mi) | 5,676 ft | 1,671 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lausanne from Munich?
414 km (257 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Munich.
How long does it take to get from Munich to Lausanne by air?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Munich and Lausanne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Munich to Lausanne flights?
Typically Munich Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA); Lausanne also has NCY, BRN.
What currency do I need in Lausanne?
The Franc (CHF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.