Munich to Mönchengladbach flights
Mönchengladbach lies 501 km (311 mi) north-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 24 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.
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| Munich | Mönchengladbach | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 1.5 million | 261,742 |
| Elevation | 524 m (1,719 ft) | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Nearest large airport | MUC, 29 km out | DUS, 25 km out |
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 Mönchengladbach
Mönchengladbach is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (NRN, 51 km), Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST, 56 km), Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN, 61 km), Eindhoven Airport (EIN, 80 km), Dortmund Airport (DTM, 89 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Düsseldorf Airport | DUS | 25 km (16 mi) | 9,842 ft | 147 ft |
| Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport | NRN | 51 km (32 mi) | 8,005 ft | 106 ft |
| Maastricht Aachen Airport | MST | 56 km (35 mi) | 9,022 ft | 375 ft |
| Cologne Bonn Airport | CGN | 61 km (38 mi) | 12,516 ft | 302 ft |
| Eindhoven Airport | EIN | 80 km (50 mi) | 9,843 ft | 74 ft |
| Dortmund Airport | DTM | 89 km (55 mi) | 6,562 ft | 425 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mönchengladbach from Munich?
501 km (311 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Munich.
How long does it take to get from Munich to Mönchengladbach by air?
About 1 h 24 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 Mönchengladbach?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Which airports are used for Munich to Mönchengladbach flights?
Typically Munich Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf Airport (DUS); Mönchengladbach also has NRN, MST, CGN, EIN, DTM.
Where these facts come from
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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.