$416 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 $416 for one-way flights and $554 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 11
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$554 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$554
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $554 found 7 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Fri, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 11
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$580 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$580
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $580 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 14
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$600 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$600
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Chicago to Munich, returning Thu, May 14, priced at $600 found 9 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 11
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$611 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$611
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from Chicago to Munich, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $611 found 5 days ago
LOT-Polish Airlines
Sat, Mar 21 - Mon, Mar 23
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$703 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$703
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Mar 21 from Chicago to Munich, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $703 found 12 hours ago
Icelandair
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$731 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$731
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from Chicago to Munich, returning Sun, Apr 26, priced at $731 found 7 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 21
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$775 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$775
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Chicago to Munich, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $775 found 14 hours ago
United
Sun, Apr 12 - Thu, Apr 30
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$836 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$836
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Apr 12 from Chicago to Munich, returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $836 found 12 hours ago
Air Canada
Mon, Apr 13 - Thu, Apr 23
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$843 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$843
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Chicago to Munich, returning Thu, Apr 23, priced at $843 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Thu, Apr 30
ORD
Chicago
MUC
Munich
$843 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$843
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 12 from Chicago to Munich, returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $843 found 12 hours ago

Alternative airports near Munich

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

Select flight to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. MUC. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 27 minutes. Flights from $647
MUC
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $647

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $433 - $1,141 per traveler.
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Munich (MUC)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$554
Distance
4517 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 27 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 March. 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 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $416 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?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $416 or cheap return flight from $554 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
The cheapest month to fly from ORD to MUC is March, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are typically when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
While prices can change depending on your travel dates, Lufthansa and United Airlines are often frequently picked for flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your ORD to MUC flight.
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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