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$448+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Munich (MUC)

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SFO — MUC
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Munich Franz Josef Strauss are usually found in October or February, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Round-trip from

$713
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$450
(AirNGo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,223

Good round-trip deal

$874 or less

Good one-way deal

$563 or less
From San Francisco to Munich Franz Josef Strauss
One-way flight from San Francisco to Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($139 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:59 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops37h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/68:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop29h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$713
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/107:30 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop13h 25mSWISS
Wed 8/209:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop16h 10mSWISS
Deal found 7/1$716
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/311:40 amSFO - MUC
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/198:55 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$717
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/234:20 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop17h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/78:00 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop27h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/2$719
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/294:30 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop14h 40mCondor
Sun 8/179:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop14h 30mCondor
Deal found 7/1$720
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/129:05 pmSFO - MUC
Nonstop11h 05mLufthansa
Tue 8/264:30 pmMUC - SFO
Nonstop11h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$721
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/212:30 amSFO - MUC
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1911:45 amMUC - SFO
Nonstop11h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$724
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 10/2511:45 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop25h 45mAir Canada
Tue 11/1112:20 pmMUC - SFO
2 stops18h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$732
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/137:29 amSFO - MUC
1 stop15h 56mDelta
Fri 8/229:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop18h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/1$737
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/115:55 amSFO - MUC
2 stops17h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 8/269:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop18h 52mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/1$741
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/33:11 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/199:10 amMUC - SFO
2 stops18h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$745

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Mon 9/29

8:59 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops37h 41m

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Mon 10/6

8:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$713

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

7:30 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 8/20

9:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$716

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

11:40 am-12:10 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 8/19

8:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$717

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

4:20 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 10/7

8:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$719

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

4:30 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 8/17

9:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$720

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 8/26

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$721

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

12:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop24h 15m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 8/19

11:45 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop11h 35m

$724

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

8:20 am-10:10 am

2 stops16h 50m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 8/20

6:50 am-7:57 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$730

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

11:45 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 45m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 11/7

12:20 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops18h 09m

$732

San FranciscoMunich

SFO - MUC

SFOMUC

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

7:29 am-8:25 am

1 stop15h 56m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 8/22

9:00 am-6:52 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$737

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SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup with the SFO2Go program during busy times.

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MUC

Use the S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 for a 40-minute ride to Munich Central Station from MUC.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Munich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Munich from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Munich

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Munich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Munich. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Munich, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Munich (average of $777). Flying from San Francisco to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 SFO to MUC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Munich in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Munich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Munich. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Munich flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Munich

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MUC are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Munich?

Reviews of airlines servicing Munich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Munich. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Munich. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, SWISS, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Munich have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Munich?

    If you wish to fly to Munich from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Munich Franz Josef Strauss. There are 7 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) per day to choose from. Flights to Munich from San Francisco are available from 11 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 11h 00m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Munich Franz Josef Strauss typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Munich flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Munich round-trip?

    Scandinavian Airlines, at $713, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Munich.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include SWISS and TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Munich for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $450 on Virgin Atlantic. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $457 and Iberia from $468 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Munich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Munich are Brussels Airlines (89%), Austrian Airlines (88%) and Air New Zealand (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Munich?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $439. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Munich Franz Josef Strauss) can be booked for $451 on average our data indicates $2,186 when flying from San Francisco to Munich.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Munich?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Frankfurt am Main travelers tend to visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt more than anywhere else. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main interested in visiting Römerberg, Hauptwache, or Historisches Museum Frankfurt can do so by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those landing in Frankfurt am Main looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $40 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Munich flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Munich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Munich?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Munich (average of $777). Flying from San Francisco to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 San Francisco to Munich

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$446Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$484Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$504Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$548Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$548Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$584Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$608Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
VuelingCheapest$670Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$689Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$737Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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