Charter Flights to Oktoberfest 2017, Munich

Charter Flights to Oktoberfest 2017, Munich

A beer lover’s paradise, Oktoberfest is recognised globally as the world’s largest beer festival, drawing crowds of up to six million each year to Munich. This year’s Oktoberfest will run from 16th September to 3rd October 2017. Arrange an international private jet charter for your friends or colleagues to Oktoberfest 2017 to arrive in style for the best experience possible.

History of Oktoberfest, Munich

The first ever Oktoberfest was held in October 1810 to celebrate Prince Ludwig of Bavaria's marriage to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The festival was such a success that the tradition has been repeated each year ever since, now starting in September to take advantage of the milder nights. Referred to as die Wiesn by locals, the festival takes place in Theresienwiese, an area named after Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen herself.

Oktoberfest 2017 highlights

Ask anyone why they want to go to Oktoberfest and the obvious answer is the beer. In true Bavarian tradition, only beer produced by traditional Munich breweries will be served on site, adhering to strict, long-standing brewing traditions to produce the purest beer with the very best taste. The six traditional Munich breweries at Oktoberfest 2017 are Augustiner, Hacker Pschorr, Hofbräu, Löwenbräu, Paulaner and Spaten. The oldest being Augustiner, founded in 1328, closely followed by Spaten in 1397.

There are 14 beer tents to choose, each with its own unique charm and advantages. Key dates for Oktoberfest 2017 are the Oktoberfest Costume and Riflemen’s Parade which happens every year on the first Sunday, the Parade of Oktoberfest Landlords and Breweries, the Official Tapping of the Keg and Böllerschießen, a handheld canon salute in front of the Bavaria statue.

Oktoberfest for business

Whilst it’s perhaps not the most traditional business trip, a day or two at Oktoberfest is a fun way to win new business and entertain clients. It may come as a surprise, but doing business at Oktoberfest is nothing new, with many of the tables already being reserved by large German corporations. Many major contracts have been sealed over one-litre beer mugs and oxen roasted on a spit! If you’ve recently experienced company growth, won new business or achieved high targets, a team trip to Oktoberfest 2017 is a great way to reward high level executives and directors.

The way to start is to make a reservation in one of the tents, usually there are lunch, afternoon and evening timeslots for each. Käfer's Wies’n-Schänke or Kafer’s Tent, known as the gourmet tent, serves delicacies such as fillet of venison, foie gras and crispy duck from chef Andreas Schinharl. During the day this is a sophisticated, family friendly tent but at night the tent transforms into a playground for the rich and famous, with wine and champagne served in addition to beer. Footballers from FC Bayern Munich and Germany's big names such as Lothar Matthäus, Ralph Siegel and former Miss Germany, Verona Pooth are seated here. This exclusive tent seats only 1000 inside and 1,900 outside so it’s important to reserve in advance. You can make a reservation for Käfer's Wies’n-Schänke on the Oktoberfest site.

Another popular choice is the Ochsenbraterei or Oxen Tent, a larger tent which seats up to 5,900 people. If you want to know what the main draw of this tent is, the clue is in the name, with over 109 oxen spit-roasted in 2016. You can make a reservation for the Ochsenbraterei and view ticket prices on the official site. Another highlight is a trip to the Happy Hippo Champagne Bar in the Hippodrome tent.

Aside from a table reservation in one of the top tents, there are other routes you can take to impress clients at Oktoberfest and ensure they have a great time; contact the travel and concierge team at ACS to make arrangements. Independent travel companies including Authent Escapes, Rocket Hospitality and VIP-Hospitality also offer hospitality packages and trip itineraries. Avoid the boozy crowds on commercial flights during the festival and impress your clients with charter flights to Munich.

Charter flights from London to Munich

If you are travelling with only three friends or colleagues you could opt for a very light jet such as the Citation CJ1. For larger groups of up to six passengers, we recommend a light jet such as the Piaggio Avanti or Citation CJ2 or the top-of-the-range Falcon 100 which is a super light jet that carries six passengers.

Aircraft type: Very light jet
Passengers: Four
Estimated quote: £8,700 - £10,500

Aircraft type: Light jet
Passengers: Six
Estimated quote: £9,500 - £18,400

What to see in Munich

A trip to Oktoberfest should include at least a day of taking in the sights of this beautiful city. Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, the city of Munich is famous for its regal architecture, including Nymphenburg Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle. Munich’s museums and art galleries, such as the Alte Pinakothek, are another draw. A unique attraction that may be of interest to motoring enthusiasts is the BMW Museum.

Where to stay

Munich has many options for where to stay and can accommodate travellers of all tastes. The five-star Mandarin Oriental is conveniently located in Munich’s charming old town, a perfect base for sightseeing and only five minutes walk from the main tourist attractions. Guests can take advantage of the heated rooftop pool and fitness centre with Turkish steam bath and Finnish sauna, the perfect solution if you’ve overdone it in one of the beer tents. Celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa, owner of the world-famous Nobu serves up Japanese-Peruvian fusion in The Matsuhisa. Other five-star options include Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München, five minutes from Marienplatz Square and Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, conveniently located next to Munich Main Station.

Getting there

Fly from London to Munich airport in 90 minutes for the easiest, and of course most luxurious way to travel. Munich airport is only a forty-minute drive to Theresienwiese, where Oktoberfest takes place, and offers a VIP Wing with private check-in, security and passport control as well as VIP lounges. We will help you to book a private jet charter, finding the best aircraft to meet your needs, creating a bespoke tailored package for you and your guests. Once you’ve arrived we can meet you at the airport with a chauffeur for a seamless transition. Get an instant quote for your journey using our easy-to-use pricing tool.