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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Munich to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 11:50 and lands at 23:49
• Latest: departs at 16:45 and lands at 4:44.

The flight takes about 11h 59m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Munich to San Francisco:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from Munich to San Francisco takes 11h 59m, covering 15.177 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Munich to San Francisco range from 662 € to 886 €, with an average of 762 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 662 € counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the 762 € route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 518 € return via Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS), compared with 790 € for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 62 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Munich to San Francisco flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Munich to San Francisco flights:

• Lufthansa
• United Airlines
• Brussels Airlines
• Air New Zealand

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Munich to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 457 €, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 14 € for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Munich to San Francisco usually depart from Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Munich to San Francisco route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

One-stop flights from Munich to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 40% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 26% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Munich to San Francisco. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 733 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 797 €, a difference of 64 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Munich and San Francisco. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Lufthansa
• United Airlines

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 12m, compared to 14h 13m via Zurich (ZRH) and 14h 19m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

San Francisco is 8 hours behind Munich (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Lombard Street. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Munich to San Francisco flights:

• Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.