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$416+ Cheap flights from Munich (MUC) to San Diego (SAN)

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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MUC — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Diego are usually found in November or March, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Munich to San Diego

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Round-trip from

$632
(flygcity.se)

One-way from

$416
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$711

Good round-trip deal

$639 or less

Good one-way deal

$680 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Munich to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This flygcity.se deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 flygcity.se is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2611:30 amMUC - SAN
2 stops17h 21mAir Canada
Fri 7/115:15 pmSAN - MUC
Nonstop11h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$632
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/411:15 amMUC - SAN
2 stops18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/246:35 amSAN - MUC
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$633
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:45 pmMUC - SAN
Nonstop11h 40mLufthansa
Thu 9/2512:00 pmSAN - MUC
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$634
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1912:20 pmMUC - SAN
2 stops20h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/136:45 amSAN - MUC
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$639
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/811:30 amMUC - SAN
2 stops41h 16mAustrian Airlines
Sun 9/2811:08 amSAN - MUC
2 stops24h 47mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$666
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 12/1711:40 amMUC - SAN
2 stops19h 11mDelta
Sun 1/412:32 pmSAN - MUC
2 stops17h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/10$671
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/87:20 amMUC - SAN
2 stops23h 02mBritish Airways
Tue 7/222:50 pmSAN - MUC
2 stops18h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$673
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 10/110:25 amMUC - SAN
2 stops16h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/1510:00 amSAN - MUC
3 stops24h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$687
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/109:10 amMUC - SAN
1 stop32h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/224:24 pmSAN - MUC
2 stops21h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$695
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 6/217:00 amMUC - SAN
2 stops18h 19mKLM
Sat 7/510:00 amSAN - MUC
2 stops18h 25mKLM
Deal found 6/10$696
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/226:35 amMUC - SAN
2 stops24h 52mAir France
Wed 8/64:00 pmSAN - MUC
2 stops16h 30mAir France
Deal found 6/12$710
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/288:55 pmMUC - SAN
2 stops32h 55mSWISS
Thu 11/274:04 pmSAN - MUC
2 stops16h 51mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$717

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Munich to San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Munich to San Diego that are best for you.

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MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 6/26

11:30 am-7:51 pm

2 stops17h 21m

San Diego

Fri 7/11

5:15 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$632

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 7/4

11:15 am-8:38 pm

2 stops18h 23m

San Diego

Thu 7/24

6:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop18h 05m

$633

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 9/8

12:45 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

San Diego

Wed 9/24

10:38 am-4:10 pm

2 stops20h 32m

$634

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 7/19

12:20 pm-12:15 am

2 stops20h 55m

San Diego

Wed 8/13

6:45 am-1:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$639

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 6/26

6:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 40m

San Diego

Thu 7/10

6:15 am-6:55 am

1 stop15h 40m

$646

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 9/8

11:30 am-7:46 pm

2 stops41h 16m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

11:08 am-8:55 pm

2 stops24h 47m

$666

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 7/8

7:20 am-9:22 pm

2 stops23h 02m

San Diego

Tue 7/22

2:50 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$673

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 10/1

10:25 am-6:00 pm

2 stops16h 35m

San Diego

Wed 10/15

10:00 am-7:40 pm

3 stops24h 40m

$687

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 7/10

9:10 am-9:04 am

1 stop32h 54m

San Diego

Tue 7/22

4:24 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops21h 51m

$695

MunichSan Diego

MUC - SAN

MUCSAN

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 7/22

6:35 am-10:27 pm

2 stops24h 52m

San Diego

Wed 8/6

4:00 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$710

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The best insider tips for Munich to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Munich to San Diego trip
Airports
MUC

For a smooth departure, use the S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 to reach MUC from Munich's city center in about 40 minutes.

Read more about MUCby Emily Zemler
SAN

Upon arrival at SAN, use the free San Diego Flyer shuttle to connect to the Old Town Transit Center for easy access to downtown.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on MUC

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Emily Zemler

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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Best time to book a flight from Munich to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Munich to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Munich to San Diego is 27 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 Munich to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Munich to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 MUC to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Munich to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Munich to San Diego in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Munich to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Munich to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MUC to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Austrian Airlines from Munich to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Munich to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly from Munich to San Diego, you need to book a flight from Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) to San Diego (SAN). Nonstop flights to San Diego from Munich Franz Josef Strauss take 11h 40m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Franz Josef Strauss to San Diego offered by 4 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Munich to San Diego round-trip from $632. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $634, and United Airlines, from $639. Users have found that Air Canada is 11% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Icelandair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $566. Users have also found prices from $593 and $664 on Aer Lingus and Lufthansa, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Munich to San Diego? While on average our users pay $785, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $453. The most popular route (Munich Franz Josef Strauss - San Diego), is priced around $410.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Munich to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Munich to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Munich to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$528Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$558Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$561Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$563Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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