$474 Cheap Flights from Munich (MUC) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Munich to Chicago (MUC-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $474 for one-way flights and $399 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAP Portugal
Thu, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 12
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$399 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$399
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $399 found 5 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Dec 1
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$522 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$522
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Munich to Chicago, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $522 found 6 hours ago
Icelandair
Fri, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 15
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$544 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $544 found 1 hour ago
Aer Lingus
Thu, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 12
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$590 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$590
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $590 found 5 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 15
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$603 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$603
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Munich to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $603 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 29
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$606 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$606
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 29, priced at $606 found 1 day ago
ITA Airways
Fri, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 3
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$619 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$619
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $619 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 2
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$625 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$625
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $625 found 7 hours ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 15
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$625 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$625
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Munich to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $625 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 8
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$625 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$625
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $625 found 2 days ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $400 - $972 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $668
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $668
Flights from Munich (MUC) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare 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
$398
Distance
4517 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 30 mins

Munich to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Munich to Chicago

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 Munich to Chicago are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Munich to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Munich to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Munich to Chicago: 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 Munich to Chicago

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 Munich to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $474 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 Munich to Chicago 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 Munich to Chicago 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 Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting from $655 from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). 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 Lufthansa flight leaving MUC on July 27 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MUC to ORD?
The cheapest flights from MUC to ORD 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 Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Jump on a direct flight with Lufthansa and go straight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MUC to ORD?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from MUC to ORD is Lufthansa. You can book a seat on this route from $1899. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MUC on October 3 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
On average, there is just 1 nonstop flight operating from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) per day. If this doesn't fit your travel plans, check out flights with layovers. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between MUC and ORD are busiest at 11 AM. If you're after a quieter trip and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MUC to ORD?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The earliest flight jetting off from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) is at around 11:25AM UTC+1. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 2:10PM UTC-6. The entire trip takes 9h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights from MUC to ORD have an average travel time of 9 hours and 47 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 4,500 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on time, choose a flight that leaves Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Chicago from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Chicago, O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MUC to ORD are generally more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start looking for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a MUC to ORD flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a MUC to ORD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your MUC to ORD flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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