International route
Cheap flights from Munich to San Francisco
Munich Airport (MUC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 5,864 miles, 12h nonstop.
MUC to SFO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 5,864 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 12hnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- ASLH2 airlinesAlaska, Lufthansa
- Nonstop flights per day
- 2all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- January 2027over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday18% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 9h behindSan Francisco vs Munich
Munich to San Francisco
Round trips from $471
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Jan 20.
Cheapest month: January 2027
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Munich to San Francisco
2 airlines fly nonstop with 2 departures a day combined, plus 22 more with one stop.
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- LHLufthansaStar AllianceNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $75
- EIAer LingusConnecting via DUB, SNN · first checked bag from $70
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamConnecting via MTY · first checked bag from $40
- ACAir CanadaStar AllianceConnecting via YYZ, YUL · first checked bag from $35
- AFAir FranceSkyTeamConnecting via CDG, ORY · first checked bag from $75
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldConnecting via CLT, PHL, LAX, DCA · first checked bag from $40
- AVAviancaStar AllianceConnecting via SAL · first checked bag from $45
- BABritish AirwaysoneworldConnecting via LHR, LGW · first checked bag from $75
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamConnecting via ATL, MSP, DTW, LAX · first checked bag from $35
- AYFinnaironeworldConnecting via HEL · first checked bag from $70
- AZITA AirwaysConnecting via FCO, MXP · first checked bag from $70
- B6JetBlueConnecting via JFK, BOS, LAX, SJU · first checked bag from $40
- KLKLM Royal Dutch AirlinesSkyTeamConnecting via AMS · first checked bag from $75
- NONorse Atlantic AirwaysLow-costConnecting via LGW, OSL · first checked bag from $80
- SKSAS Scandinavian AirlinesSkyTeamConnecting via CPH, ARN, OSL · first checked bag from $70
- LXSWISSStar AllianceConnecting via GVA · first checked bag from $75
- TPTAP Air PortugalStar AllianceConnecting via LIS · first checked bag from $70
- TKTurkish AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via IST · first checked bag from $70
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via DEN, IAH, EWR, IAD, LAX · first checked bag from $40
- VSVirgin AtlanticSkyTeamConnecting via LHR, MAN · first checked bag from $75
- VBVivaLow-costConnecting via MTY, MEX, GDL · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costConnecting via TIJ · first checked bag from $45
- WSWestJetConnecting via YYC, YYZ · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Los Angeles (LAX)AADLUAB64 airlines
- Toronto (YYZ)ACWS2 airlines
- Monterrey (MTY)AMVB2 airlines
- London (LHR)BAVS2 airlines
- London (LGW)BANO2 airlines
Which airport should I use?
MunichSan Francisco has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Tips for this route
- Only Alaska and Lufthansa fly this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through LAX or YYZ is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
- January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $471; September 2026 is the most expensive at $596 and up, a difference of $125 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 18% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel.
- San Francisco is 9 hours behind Munich. A morning departure lands in San Francisco with most of the day left; an evening flight arrives close to local dinner time.
Destination guide
San Francisco: Fog, hills and the Golden Gate
San Francisco packs cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and world-class food into 49 square miles. SFO is the main gateway; Oakland and San Jose are handy alternatives with lower fares on many routes.
Best time to visit: September and October are the warmest, clearest months. Spring (April–May) is green and mild. Summer fog ('Karl') keeps the coast cool; winter is rainy but inexpensive.
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Search Munich to San FranciscoMunich to San Francisco: common questions
How long is the flight from Munich to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 12h gate to gate, covering 5,864 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from MUC to SFO?
Alaska Airlines and Lufthansa operate nonstop flights from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO), with 2 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through LAX, YYZ and MTY.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to San Francisco?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO), starting at $471 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Munich to San Francisco flights?
Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Munich and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 9 hours behind Munich. MUC is on Europe/Berlin time and SFO on America/Los Angeles time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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