I would definitely recommend Munich over Frankfurt for the first timer. Munich is much more touristy (it will more like what you expect to Germany to be) whereas Frankfurt as a city is more of a business/finance hub with not a great deal to offer for the tourist.
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Is Frankfurt worth visiting? If Frankfurt is not yet on your radar it should be! Frankfurt is home to the most impressive skyline in Germany as well as world-renowned museums, galleries, historical cathedrals along with stunning views. It is a food lovers dream and there is such an incredible vibe in the city.
What's the cheapest city to fly into in Germany? The cheapest city to fly into is Berlin, and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Berlin Brandenburg.
Berlin vs Munich: The main differences. Munich is the most affluent region in Germany, while Berlin is a vibrant hot pot of many different cultures and expats. Munich is very clean, quite expensive, you can experience a lot of traditional cultures, and the bavarian food & beer is quite famous throughout the world.
To me the Munich layover is too short considering you'll need to go through immigration there. Also if your flight is delayed departing, that will cut your connection time too. While Frankfurt isn't my favorite airport, the longer layover affords a little more time in the event of delays.
While Munich airport guidelines indicate a minimum time of 40 minutes to make a connection, a better option is to choose itineraries with a layover of at least 60 to 75 minutes to account for any flight delays or if you are flying outside of the same air alliance.
The cheapest time to visit in Germany's big cities is between January and March, though you will have cold temperatures and long, dark nights to contend with. If that sounds unappealing, you should try to plan your vacation around late spring (March to May) or late autumn (October to November).
Germany charges airlines some of the highest airport fees, aviation security fees and aviation tax in Europe and, when it comes to travel across European borders, Germany is one of the only countries to apply higher taxes for domestic flights than for trains (19 percent versus seven percent).
Bus – Aside from hitchhiking, buses are the cheapest way to get around Germany. They are punctual but slow, with comfortable seats, air-conditioning, rest stops, and usually free Wi-Fi. I recommend Flixbus for the cheapest rates and most comfortable buses.