$312 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Munich (MUC)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $312 for one-way flights and $498 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$498 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$498
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 6 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Sun, Mar 8, priced at $498 found 5 days ago
Condor
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$550 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$550
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $550 found 2 days ago
TAP Portugal
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$593 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$593
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $593 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 7
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$771 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$771
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $771 found 11 hours ago
Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$960 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$960
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $960 found 11 hours ago
Air Canada
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$960 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$960
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $960 found 11 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 9
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$974 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$974
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $974 found 11 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$975 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$975
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $975 found 11 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$975 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$975
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $975 found 13 hours ago
Iberia
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, May 5
SFO
San Francisco
MUC
Munich
$986 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$986
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from San Francisco to Munich, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $986 found 15 hours ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $484 - $1,274 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $830
MUC
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $830
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Munich (MUC)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Delta, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$497
Distance
5864 mi
Average flight time
20 hours 5 mins

San Francisco to Munich Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Munich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $312 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $312 or cheap return flight from $498 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
The cheapest month to fly from SFO to MUC is March, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are generally when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
When departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, Lufthansa and United Airlines are popular options for flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your SFO to MUC flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) only offers 1 direct flight to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) each day. For additional options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Enter your details, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
More people fly between SFO and MUC at 1 PM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to MUC?
If you fly on a Saturday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
Take the earliest flight at around 1:35PM UTC-8, leaving from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be traveling for about 11h 15m, coming in to land at Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) at approximately 9:50AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
The average flight time from SFO to MUC is 11 hours and 10 minutes, covering a total distance of 5,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to MUC?
With 87% of flights usually arriving on time, Lufthansa has the best on-time performance for direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
Select a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) is the only airport in Munich with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Check out the available options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SFO to MUC are usually more expensive. For the lowest rates, start looking for flights early. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to MUC flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SFO to MUC flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
If you booked your SFO to MUC flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. 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, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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