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$220+ Cheap flights from California to Munich (MUC)

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LAX — MUC
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheap flight deals from California to Munich

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Munich flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$535
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$220
(Connections by easyJet)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$891

Good round-trip deal

$622 or less

Good one-way deal

$456 or less
From California to Munich Franz Josef Strauss
One-way flight from California to Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Munich Franz Josef Strauss.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Munich Franz Josef Strauss.

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Cheapest flights from California to Munich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Munich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/62:19 pmLAS - MUC
2 stops34h 11mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/88:30 pmMUC - LAS
2 stops35h 48mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$535
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:15 amLAS - MUC
1 stop20h 10mAir Canada
Tue 11/1112:20 pmMUC - LAS
1 stop18h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 9/13$548
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:35 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops22h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/58:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$569
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:15 amSJC - MUC
2 stops27h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/2910:15 amMUC - SJC
2 stops19h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$570
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/134:20 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop22h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/45:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop30h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/14$571
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:40 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop31h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/163:25 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop32h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/12$574
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/134:20 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop35h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 11/56:05 amMUC - SFO
1 stop17h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/14$575
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:59 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops53h 36mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/58:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$581
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:15 amLAS - MUC
1 stop19h 10mAir Canada
Tue 12/912:20 pmMUC - LAS
2 stops40h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$581
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:00 amSFO - MUC
2 stops28h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/298:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop30h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$583
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/291:33 pmLAS - MUC
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/511:50 amMUC - LAS
1 stop32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$584
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:35 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops22h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/288:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop27h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$585

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Munich that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Munich that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Munich

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/26

7:04 pm-7:40 am

2 stops28h 36m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/11

12:20 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$594

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

7:05 am-9:30 am

2 stops17h 25m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 12/25

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$596

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/1

11:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop23h 50m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 11/20

4:05 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop14h 53m

$599

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/5

6:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop18h 00m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 11/20

11:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$599

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/4

7:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop16h 45m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/18

11:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$599

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 11/2

7:10 am-9:50 am

1 stop17h 40m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/11

11:50 am-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$599

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

3:30 pm-9:35 am

2 stops33h 05m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 10/25

7:40 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$608

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/19

12:45 am-8:25 am

1 stop22h 40m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/4

11:00 am-6:46 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$608

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

1:33 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop15h 57m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/18

4:30 pm-12:45 am

1 stop17h 15m

$608

Las VegasMunich

LAS - MUC

LASMUC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 11/2

11:54 pm-9:00 am

1 stop24h 06m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/18

11:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$608

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Best time to book a flight from California to Munich

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Munich

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Munich?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Munich (average of $777). Flying from California to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,255). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MUC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Munich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Munich as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Munich

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Munich. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MUC are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Munich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Munich from California?

    Located just 17.7 mi from the city center, Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Munich from California.

  • How popular is this California to Munich flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Munich?

    For as low as $596, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Munich from California in 17h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5860 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Munich one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scandinavian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $354. However, be on the lookout for offers from WestJet and Condor, as they are both options that can get you from California to Munich for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Munich?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Munich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Munich are Austrian Airlines (95%), Brussels Airlines (95%) and United Airlines (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Munich?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Munich is $409. On average you can expect to pay $3,714. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Munich Franz Josef Strauss), can usually be booked for $500.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Munich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Munich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Munich?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Munich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Munich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Munich by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Munich?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Munich (average of $777). Flying from California to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,255). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Munich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Munich. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$304Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LEVELCheapest$339Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$369Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$446Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$479Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$484Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$501Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VuelingCheapest$539Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$560Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Aer LingusCheapest$570Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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