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$291+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Munich (MUC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MUC
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Munich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1810:35 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop14h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 8/318:00 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop30h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/14$598
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 9/288:20 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop17h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/238:30 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop26h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/15$605
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 4/198:20 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop17h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/263:05 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop31h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/18$606
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/127:59 pm
IAD
-
MUC
2 stops41h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/268:30 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop26h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/15$607
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/88:20 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop11h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/158:30 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop26h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/16$608
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Wed 4/88:20 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop11h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/228:30 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop26h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/17$611
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 8/1610:35 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop14h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 8/306:05 am
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop15h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/18$614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Mon 8/1710:35 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop32h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/276:05 am
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop15h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/18$616
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sun 4/198:20 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop17h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 4/232:35 pm
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop32h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/15$619
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 8/195:45 pm
IAD
-
MUC
1 stop13h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 9/26:05 am
MUC
-
IAD
1 stop15h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/18$624

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Munich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Munich (MUC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$598
(AirNGo)

One-way from

$291
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$787

Good round-trip deal

$737 or less

Good one-way deal

$431 or less
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($150 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/19

8:20 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 4/23

2:35 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$633

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/19

10:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 4/23

8:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$711

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/19

8:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 4/23

2:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$983

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/24

2:30 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 3/26

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$1,104
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/4

10:20 pm-12:30 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 5/12

3:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$1,157

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

5:40 pm-9:35 am

2 stops33h 55m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 5/26

6:35 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,170

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/31

4:30 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 4/6

7:55 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,234

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

1:19 pm-9:30 am

2 stops15h 11m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 6/9

10:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,398

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/7

5:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop10h 15m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 4/16

12:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop9h 00m

$1,467

Washington, D.C.Munich

IAD - MUC

IADMUC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/20

5:25 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop8h 20m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 5/25

11:50 am-1:30 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,471

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Munich in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Munich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Munich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Munich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Munich flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Munich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Munich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Munich from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Munich. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich is 6 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich (average of $443). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $698). 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 IAD to MUC?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 March 19, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich as you normally would.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich flights

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on MUC

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on IAD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 March 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines, andIcelandair from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,719 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Icelandair
7.1
Good
622 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
2,170 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,857 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,443 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Munich from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Munich, you will be flying into Franz Josef Strauss. Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) is just 17.7 mi from the center of the city. Franz Josef Strauss is the only Munich airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 8 airlines have flights to Munich Franz Josef Strauss from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich in 17h 15m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, or Icelandair to get the fastest option. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Munich is about 4249 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich round-trip from $382. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from $443, and Icelandair, from $458. British Airways is priced at 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Icelandair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $188. Users have also found prices from $250 and $285 on Turkish Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich consider choosing Air Canada (68%), United Airlines (59%) or Lufthansa (59%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,109 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich. The cheapest flight overall is $321 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Munich Franz Josef Strauss) is currently priced at $549.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Munich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich (average of $443). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $698). 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 8 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Munich

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$382Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$443Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$458Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$566Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$615Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$621Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$670Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$698Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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