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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Munich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Munich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Munich.$977 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Munich on Tue, 13 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $977, select.
Munich.$993 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Munich on Mon, 5 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.
Munich.$993 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Munich on Tue, 6 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.
Munich.$1,038 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 8 Apr.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 17 Mar, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Munich on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,038, select.
Munich.$1,039 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 8 Apr.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Munich on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,039, select.
Munich.$1,088 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Munich on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,088, select.
Munich.$1,100 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Munich on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,100, select.
Munich.$1,119 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Munich on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,119, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Munich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Munich flights are currently cheapest in May.
Feb
from $3,635
Mar
from $1,123
Apr
from $1,039
May
from $977
Jun
from $1,533
Jul
from $1,789
Aug
from $1,169
Sep
from $1,137
Oct
from $1,088
Nov
from $1,127
Dec
from $1,287
Jan
from $1,186

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Munich

San Francisco International to Munich: Alternative routes

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

San Francisco to Munich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$977
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week48

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Munich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Munich is $982. 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.
11 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Munich.
United, Lufthansa and Air Canada fly direct from San Francisco International to Munich.
As of February 2025, there are 48 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Munich.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Munich is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Munich Airport on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 7 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.
Currently, Condor and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Munich.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is 11 hours 6 minutes. Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich 8 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Flights from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport start at 11:45 — the earliest with United Airlines. The latest flight is the 22:50 option with Lufthansa. In total, you can choose from 19 weekly services from SFO to MUC.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Munich (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • If you'd like a stopover for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the popular stopovers between SFO and MUC:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Zurich Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from SFO to MUC, check whether you need a visa to enter Germany. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is $497. The cheapest price for a return flight is $982. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from SFO to MUC by booking 2 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • October is the cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from SFO to MUC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Arriving at 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 to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Munich is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from SFO to MUC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.

More about Munich

  • Once you've booked your flights from SFO to MUC, you'll want to find a hotel in Munich. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum are essential stops on your Munich itinerary.

Complete your Munich trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Munich trip.

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