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$334+ Cheap flights from Munich (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MUC — SFO
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$573
(Kissandfly.com)

One-way from

$334
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$780

Good round-trip deal

$663 or less

Good one-way deal

$870 or less
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Cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Munich to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/269:10 amMUC - SFO
1 stop17h 42mBritish Airways
Wed 5/712:21 amSFO - MUC
1 stop21h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/29$573
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/117:35 amMUC - SFO
1 stop16h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/2812:32 amSFO - MUC
1 stop21h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$574
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/217:00 amMUC - SFO
2 stops18h 29mDelta
Mon 3/311:45 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops18h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/30$582
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/97:35 amMUC - SFO
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/2212:14 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops21h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$583
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/107:00 amMUC - SFO
2 stops18h 29mAir France
Thu 3/276:00 amSFO - MUC
1 stop19h 00mAir France
Deal found 1/30$590
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/612:10 pmMUC - SFO
2 stops21h 36mIberia
Mon 2/105:20 amSFO - MUC
2 stops21h 10mIberia
Deal found 1/30$593
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/117:00 amMUC - SFO
2 stops19h 30mAir Canada
Thu 3/277:00 amSFO - MUC
2 stops18h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 1/30$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/911:50 amMUC - SFO
1 stop18h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/2212:50 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$604
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1311:50 amMUC - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mLufthansa
Tue 3/256:25 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop19h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 1/30$609
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/316:05 amMUC - SFO
1 stop18h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 2/34:40 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop21h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/30$611
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/110:25 amMUC - SFO
2 stops22h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 10/239:00 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops26h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/30$641
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2511:30 amMUC - SFO
2 stops20h 39mFinnair
Fri 5/162:17 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops18h 33mFinnair
Deal found 1/29$650

Find flights from Munich to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Munich to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 4/26

9:10 am-5:52 pm

1 stop17h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

12:21 am-7:10 am

1 stop21h 49m

$573

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 2/11

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

12:32 am-7:30 am

1 stop21h 58m

$574

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 3/21

7:00 am-5:29 pm

2 stops18h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

1:45 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$582

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 2/9

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

12:14 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$583

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 4/26

10:25 am-8:44 pm

2 stops19h 19m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop17h 25m

$586

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 3/10

7:00 am-5:29 pm

2 stops18h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

6:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop19h 00m

$590

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 2/6

12:10 pm-12:46 am

2 stops21h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

5:20 am-11:30 am

2 stops21h 10m

$593

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 2/11

7:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops19h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

7:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops18h 50m

$599

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 2/9

11:50 am-9:47 pm

1 stop18h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

12:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop13h 45m

$604

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 2/13

11:50 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

6:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$609

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Munich to San Francisco in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Munich-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Munich-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Munich-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Munich-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Munich-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Munich to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Munich to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Munich to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Munich to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Munich to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Munich to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Munich to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MUC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Munich to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Munich to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Munich to San Francisco, such as Emirates, Delta and KLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
786 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Munich to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Munich to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco if you want to fly from Munich to San Francisco. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 6 flights to San Francisco from the Munich airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MUC to SFO to be around 11h 30m.

  • How popular is this Munich to San Francisco flight route?

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Munich to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $573, British Airways will fly you from Munich to San Francisco and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $574 and $582, respectively. British Airways is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Munich to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Munich to San Francisco are Aer Lingus ($504), Vueling ($545), and TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($562).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Munich to San Francisco?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Munich to San Francisco on time: Air Canada (63%), United Airlines (55%), Lufthansa (55%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Munich to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Munich to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,000, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $599. The most popular route (Munich Franz Josef Strauss - San Francisco), is priced around $518.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Munich to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Munich to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Munich to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Munich to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Munich to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Munich to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Munich to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Munich to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Munich to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Munich to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$461Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$574Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$581Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$586Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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