$467 Cheap Flights from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Munich to San Francisco (MUC-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $467 for one-way flights and $460 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAP Portugal
Fri, Nov 21 - Mon, Dec 8
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$460 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$460
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $460 found 2 days ago
ITA Airways
Sun, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 6
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$559 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$559
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $559 found 1 day ago
Condor
Thu, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 30
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$560 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$560
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Condor flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $560 found 1 day ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Mar 19
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$576 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$576
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 18 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Thu, Mar 19, priced at $576 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$636 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$636
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $636 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$641 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$641
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $641 found 2 days ago
Aer Lingus
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 4
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$651 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$651
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $651 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$651 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$651
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $651 found 2 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$654 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$654
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $654 found 2 days ago
United
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
MUC
Munich
SFO
San Francisco
$666 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$666
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Munich to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $666 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $455 - $922 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

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

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $737
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
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Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $737

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $467 or cheap return flight from $460 from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from MUC to SFO. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to finding better deals on flights.
Which airlines fly direct from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When setting off from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC), you can jump on a direct flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) can vary based on your travel dates. United Airlines and Lufthansa are just some good options offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's filter tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right MUC to SFO flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Want more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and squeeze another destination into your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 11 AM departures from MUC to SFO see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MUC to SFO?
Friday has the most flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)'s first flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) takes off at approximately 11:50AM UTC+1. With a total flight time of 12h, you'll land at around 2:50PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from MUC to SFO have an average travel time of 11 hours and 58 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 5,900 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 San Francisco from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from MUC to SFO shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MUC to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a MUC to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you reserved your MUC to SFO flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

Travel information

Origin airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$460
Distance
5864 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 37 mins

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Munich to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Munich to San Francisco

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Munich to San Francisco

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

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 San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $467 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 San Francisco 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.

 

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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.

 

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