Are there direct flights from Munich to San Francisco?

Historically, direct flights from Munich to San Francisco are available, making up 14% of the flight options in the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights on this route will involve connections.

How long does it take to fly from Munich to San Francisco?

A direct flight from Munich to San Francisco typically takes approximately 11 hours and 35 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 15 hours and 35 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 9438 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Munich to San Francisco?

Historically, good prices on flights from Munich to San Francisco are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The pricing trends over the trailing 30 days indicate a consistent availability of deals.

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Munich to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Munich to San Francisco

Right now, the cheapest fares from Munich to San Francisco start at 13% below the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $915–$1357, with a median of $1091. Currently, prices are above the typical level, so you might find better deals by setting up a price alert.

When looking for cheap flights from Munich to San Francisco, the cheapest months to fly are typically November, with a median fare of $606, and August, with a median fare of $646. April also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $1000.

A typical journey from Munich to San Francisco takes about 27h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 9438 km.

For flights from Munich to San Francisco, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 14% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so frequent checks or price alerts can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Munich to San Francisco

Regular price: €688 - €1,181

Prices for flights from Munich to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 688 EUR to 1181 EUR. The current lowest deal is 480 EUR with Condor Flugdienst for travel from Sep 3 to Sep 7.

now 480 €

Low 688 €

High 1,181 €

The cheapest time to fly from Munich to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Munich to San Francisco is November, with a median price of $606. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1538. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from 606 €

January

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,538 €

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Munich to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Munich to San Francisco

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

996 €

644 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

955 €

604 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

865 €

589 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

864 €

598 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

891 €

598 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

817 €

598 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Munich to San Francisco

14 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 28

1,064 € → 578 €

46%

14 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 30

1,064 € → 578 €

46%

12 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 30

1,059 € → 578 €

45%

14 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 26

1,055 € → 578 €

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Munich to San Francisco

Munich - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Munich to San Francisco are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November has offered the lowest median prices at $606 for Munich to San Francisco.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights average 27h 10m

The typical flight duration from Munich to San Francisco is 27 hours 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14% of recent flights from Munich to San Francisco are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights on the Munich to San Francisco route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Munich to San Francisco have been frequent in the last 30 days.

Munich main airports to depart from

Munich (MUC)

Cheapest

Munich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$605

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a good choice for direct access to San Francisco.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$605

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International (OAK) is a convenient alternative to SFO, with direct BART public transit access to San Francisco.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by public transit)

💸 Flights from ~$647

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Munich to San Francisco is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $965. Prices tend to be higher further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $1341. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, show an average price of $1002, which is still higher than the 7-13 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Munich to San Francisco is considered to be around $915 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1091. Prices can range, with about 75% of observed fares being $1357 or less. This information is based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Munich to San Francisco, with a median price of $606. August also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $646. In contrast, April has historically been the most expensive month, showing a median price of $1000. The annual median price for this route is $1091, based on data over a 270-day period.

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Munich to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Munich to San Francisco

A typical journey from Munich to San Francisco takes about 27h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 9438 km.

How much is a round trip from Munich to San Francisco

Regular price: €688 - €1,181

Prices for flights from Munich to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 688 EUR to 1181 EUR. The current lowest deal is 480 EUR with Condor Flugdienst for travel from Sep 3 to Sep 7.

now 480 €

Low 688 €

High 1,181 €

The cheapest time to fly from Munich to San Francisco

November

Cheapest

Flights from 606 €

January

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,538 €

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Munich to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Munich to San Francisco

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

996 €

644 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

955 €

604 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

865 €

589 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

864 €

598 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

891 €

598 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MUC - San Francisco

Munich (MUC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

817 €

598 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Munich to San Francisco

14 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 28

1,064 € → 578 €

46%

14 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 30

1,064 € → 578 €

46%

12 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 30

1,059 € → 578 €

45%

14 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 26

1,055 € → 578 €

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Munich to San Francisco