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$605+ Cheap flights from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MUC — SFO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 August 14, 2025.

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$605
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July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$846

Good round-trip deal

$718 or less

Good one-way deal

$713 or less
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Cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Munich to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/169:00 amMUC - SFO
2 stops23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/204:30 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$605
This ResecentrumGruppen deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 ResecentrumGruppen is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/13:00 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop13h 55mLufthansa
Sun 9/149:05 pmSFO - MUC
Nonstop11h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 8/13$608
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/710:25 amMUC - SFO
2 stops22h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/217:40 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop15h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$609
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/319:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop14h 30mCondor
Sun 9/144:30 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop14h 45mCondor
Deal found 8/14$611
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/209:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/268:00 amSFO - MUC
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$612
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/191:00 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops21h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$613
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/279:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:00 amSFO - MUC
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$616
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop14h 30mCondor
Tue 9/94:30 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop14h 40mCondor
Deal found 8/14$617
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:30 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 11/87:00 amSFO - MUC
2 stops17h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$620
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/213:55 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop33h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/293:43 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops18h 57mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$622
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:15 amMUC - SFO
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/104:40 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops37h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$623

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Munich to San Francisco that are best for you.

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MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 1/8

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

1:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops35h 30m

$612

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 1/19

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

4:40 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$620

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 1/14

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

4:40 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$620

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 1/17

6:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops29h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

4:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 50m

$620

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 1/15

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

4:40 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$620

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 1/17

6:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops29h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

4:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$620

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 1/16

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

4:40 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$620

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 10/17

10:25 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

7:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

$621

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 12/8

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

4:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$623

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 8/25

8:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$624

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The best insider tips for Munich to San Francisco flights

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

For a smooth departure from MUC, arrive early for security and immigration, especially during weekends or events like Oktoberfest.

Read more about MUCby Emily Zemler
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective 40-minute trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. Purchase a Clipper Card for easy fare payment.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on MUC

Emily Zemler

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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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 Munich to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Munich to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Munich to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Munich to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Munich to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Munich to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Munich to San Francisco. 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 August 14, 2025.

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Munich to San Francisco?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Munich to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Detroit (DTW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Munich to San Francisco on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Munich to San Francisco?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Munich to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $670.

What’s the fastest layover option from Munich to San Francisco?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Munich to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Munich to San Francisco?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Munich to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Lufthansa, and British Airways from Munich to San Francisco. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,317 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Munich to San Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco if you want to fly from Munich to San Francisco. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 8 flights to San Francisco from the Munich airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MUC to SFO to be around 11h 30m.

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

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco.

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

    Currently priced at $235, British Airways will fly you from Munich to San Francisco and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $571 and $572, respectively. British Airways is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Munich to San Francisco on time: Austrian Airlines (82%), Air New Zealand (82%), Brussels Airlines (81%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Munich to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $979, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $672. The most popular route (Munich Franz Josef Strauss - San Francisco), is priced around $431.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Munich to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 3 airlines flying from Munich to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Munich to San Francisco. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$235Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$571Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$572Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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