$434 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 $434 for one-way flights and $472 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAP Portugal
Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$472 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$472
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $472 found 17 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 15
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$520 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$520
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $520 found 4 hours ago
Icelandair
Sun, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 5
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$541 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$541
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $541 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$558 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$558
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $558 found 17 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 15
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$558 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$558
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $558 found 4 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Thu, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 12
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$569 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$569
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Munich to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $569 found 21 hours ago
Air Canada
Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Dec 6
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$579 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$579
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $579 found 21 hours ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$589 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$589
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $589 found 17 hours ago
Iberia
Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 15
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$591 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$591
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $591 found 4 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9
MUC
Munich
ORD
Chicago
$592 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$592
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Munich to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $592 found 17 hours ago

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

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $400 - $898 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $592
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $592
Flights from Munich (MUC) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$472
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 $434 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?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $434 or cheap return flight from $472 from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flying in November is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MUC and ORD. You'll often find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
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 Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, Lufthansa and United Airlines are popular choices for flights between Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your MUC to ORD flight.
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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