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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Munich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Munich flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Houston to Munich

Houston to Munich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Houston to Munich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Munich.

Houston to Munich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,085
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Munich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Munich is $1,085. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Munich.
Air Canada, Lufthansa and United fly direct from Houston to Munich.
As of March 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Houston to Munich.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Munich is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Munich Airport on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Munich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Munich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know

  • Houston is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • 10 hours 26 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Houston.

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is the most popular route. There are 9 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with United at 17:25. Opt for the first IAH to MUC departure with United at 16:25 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Houston to MUC.

  • If you're flying during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

Airports in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

  • When taking off from IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with United.

  • We make it easy to plan a flight from Houston to MUC that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IAH and MUC include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The distance from central Houston to IAH is roughly 27 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offers nonstop flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).

  • Get on your direct flight from Houston to MUC with United. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of HOU.

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between William P. Hobby Airport and MUC:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 22 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to MUC:

About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich

  • From Franz Josef Strauss Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • Book a one-way ticket from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport from $515 or travel return from just $1,085. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.

  • Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Houston to MUC.

  • To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, schedule your trip for August (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the most affordable day to fly.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Houston to MUC. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

The best time to fly from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • February is the quietest time to fly to Munich. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.

  • The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Houston to MUC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Houston to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

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