$301 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Munich (MUC)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Munich (ORD-MUC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $301 for one-way flights and $557 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 23
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$557 Roundtrip, just found
$557
Roundtrip
just found
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Chicago to Munich, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $557 just found
TAP Portugal
Sun, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 10
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$573 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$573
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Sun, Nov 30 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $573 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$610 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Chicago to Munich, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $610 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 6
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$650 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$650
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Chicago to Munich, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $650 found 15 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 29
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$663 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$663
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $663 found 4 hours ago
United
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$722 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$722
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Mar 17 from Chicago to Munich, returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $722 found 2 hours ago
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$728 Roundtrip, just found
$728
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $728 just found
Icelandair
Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$730 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$730
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Chicago to Munich, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $730 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 29
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$735 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$735
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $735 found 4 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$736 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$736
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Mar 17 from Chicago to Munich, returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $736 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Munich (MUC)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $433 - $1,089 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Munich (MUC)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$556
Distance
4517 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 33 mins

Chicago to Munich Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Munich

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Munich are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Munich with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Munich

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Munich: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Munich

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Munich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $301 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Munich flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Munich airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) cost?
You'll find cheap return flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) starting from $721. Book your seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving ORD on August 13 2025 and touching down at MUC. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to MUC?
The cheapest flights from ORD to MUC are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
When setting off from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can hop on a direct flight to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to MUC?
With prices starting from $480 for a one-way journey from ORD to MUC, Lufthansa is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on August 31 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
On average, only 1 direct flight departs each day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). Want additional options? Use our filters to find flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
Flights between ORD and MUC tend to be busiest at 6 PM. If you'd like a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to MUC?
Depart on a Friday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)'s earliest flight to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) leaves at approximately 6:00PM UTC-6. With a total travel time of 8h 35m, you'll land at around 9:35AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
It takes about 8 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 4,500 mi from ORD to MUC.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to MUC?
With 83% of journeys usually arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
Choose a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Munich from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Check out your flight options from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). This is the only Munich airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ORD to MUC are generally more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may find a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to MUC flight and hotel package?
Securing an ORD to MUC flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your ORD to MUC flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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