Cheap flights from Munich to San Francisco

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Cheapest round-trip flights $461
Tap Air Portugal 1 stop 32 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Wed, Dec 3
The cheapest round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco is currently $461
Cheapest one-way flight $478
American 1 stop 20 hr Wed, Jan 14
The cheapest one-way flight from Munich to San Francisco is currently $478
Cheapest nonstop flights $732
United Nonstop 12 hr Sat, Nov 22 — Fri, Dec 5
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco is currently $732
Last-minute weekend getaway $746
Scandinavian Airlines 1 stop 14 hr Thu, Nov 27 — Sun, Nov 30
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Munich to San Francisco is currently $746
Cheapest business class flights $3,146
Scandinavian Airlines 1 stop 14 hr Sat, Feb 14 — Fri, Feb 27
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco is currently $3,146
Fastest flight 11 hr 55 min The fastest nonstop flight from Munich to San Francisco takes 11 hr 55 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Munich to San Francisco is typically May. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
May
Cheapest
Typical prices: $520–560
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $770–980

Popular airlines from Munich to San Francisco

  • United
    Nonstop
    from $693
    Typical price: $630–1,100
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
    72 weekly connecting flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
  • Lufthansa
    Nonstop
    from $670
    Typical price: $630–1,150
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
    13 weekly connecting flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
  • British Airways
    from $732
    Typical price: $630–1,800
    23 weekly connecting flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
  • American
    from $726
    Typical price: $610–1,350
    21 weekly connecting flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
  • Turkish Airlines
    from $933
    Typical price: $950–1,900
    21 weekly connecting flights
    MUC - SFO Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    14 weekly connecting flights
    MUC - SFO Every day

Popular airports near Munich

  • Munich International Airport (MUC)
    Munich Germany 32 min 17 mi
  • Memmingen Airport (FMM)
    Memmingen Germany 1 hr 29 min 62 mi
  • Stuttgart Airport (STR)
    Stuttgart Germany 2 hr 17 min 114 mi
  • Salzburg Airport (SZG)
    Salzburg Austria 1 hr 37 min 70 mi

Popular airports near San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 19 min 11 mi
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 27 min 11 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 1 hr 33 min 78 mi
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 51 min 39 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Munich to San Francisco

When are the cheapest days to fly from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco are usually in May. Typical ticket prices in May range from $520 to $560.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with Tap Air Portugal from $461. The cheapest one-way flight was with American from $478.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest United flight from Munich to San Francisco is $693, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Munich to San Francisco is $670, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 5.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Munich to San Francisco is $732, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest American flight from Munich to San Francisco is $726, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Munich to San Francisco is $933, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
What are the cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco starts at $461 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Dec 3. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $478 and departs on Wed, Jan 14.
How long does it take to fly from Munich to San Francisco?
11 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Munich to San Francisco.
When should you fly to San Francisco, United States?
Apr–Dec is when most people visit San Francisco, with crowds peaking in summer. Although average temperatures are higher then, mornings and evenings often have damp, chilly fog. In summer, street fairs and cultural institutions offer free outdoor entertainment. Winter visitors will find the opera and ballet seasons in full swing. Major annual events include Chinese New Year (Feb), Bay to Breakers footrace (May), San Francisco Pride parade and festival (Jun), and San Francisco Fleet Week (Oct).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Munich to San Francisco?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Munich to San Francisco.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Munich to San Francisco?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Munich to San Francisco really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Munich to San Francisco.

In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 7 nonstop flights and 72 connecting flights per week. United flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .

Other popular airlines flying from Munich to San Francisco are:
  • Lufthansa offers 7 nonstop flights and 13 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • British Airways offers 23 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • American offers 21 connecting flights per week. American flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Turkish Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Qatar Airways offers 14 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Munich and San Francisco.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with Tap Air Portugal from $461. The cheapest one-way flight was with American from $478.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest United flight from Munich to San Francisco is $693, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Munich to San Francisco is $670, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 5.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Munich to San Francisco is $732, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest American flight from Munich to San Francisco is $726, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Munich to San Francisco is $933, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
Which airlines have direct flights from Munich to San Francisco?
Lufthansa and United fly direct from Munich to San Francisco.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Munich to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Lufthansa direct flights from Munich to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Munich and San Francisco at price $746 is offered by Scandinavian Airlines from Thu, Nov 27 to Sun, Nov 30.
Which airlines have direct flights from Munich to San Francisco?
Lufthansa and United fly direct from Munich to San Francisco.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Munich to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Lufthansa direct flights from Munich to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Munich to San Francisco available?
There are direct flights from Munich to San Francisco on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Munich and San Francisco start at $732 from Sat, Nov 22 to Fri, Dec 5 with United.
How can I find nonstop flights from Munich to San Francisco?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Munich to San Francisco, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Munich and San Francisco start at $3,146 from Sat, Feb 14 to Fri, Feb 27 with Scandinavian Airlines.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Munich and San Francisco start at $461 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Dec 3.
How can I book business class trips from Munich to San Francisco?
To book business class trips from Munich to San Francisco, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Munich to San Francisco next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Munich and San Francisco starts at $746 from Thu, Nov 27 to Sun, Nov 30 with Scandinavian Airlines.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Munich to San Francisco?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Munich and San Francisco at price $746 is offered by Scandinavian Airlines from Thu, Nov 27 to Sun, Nov 30.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Munich to San Francisco?
To find last-minute flight deals from Munich to San Francisco, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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