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Flight deals from San Diego to Munich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Munich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Munich.R 4,342 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,342, select.
Munich.R 5,423 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,423, select.
Munich.R 5,824 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,824, select.
Munich.R 5,945 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,945, select.
Munich.R 6,984 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,984, select.
Munich.R 7,609 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,609, select.
Munich.R 8,194 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,194, select.
Munich.R 8,315 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,315, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Munich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Munich flights are currently cheapest in January.
Oct
from R 7,609
Nov
from R 5,824
Dec
from R 5,945
Jan
from R 4,342
Feb
from R 5,423
Mar
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Apr
from R 6,984
May
from R 8,315
Jun
from R 9,283
Jul
from R 9,459
Aug
from R 8,194
Sep
from R 20,099

Direct flights from San Diego to Munich

San Diego to Munich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego to Munich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Munich.

San Diego to Munich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,342
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time11 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Munich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Munich is R 10,825. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Munich.
Lufthansa and United fly direct from San Diego to Munich.
As of October 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from San Diego to Munich.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Munich is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Munich Airport on Sunday, 7 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Munich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Munich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) taking off from here.

  • Book a direct San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 5 minutes.

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Choose from 6 direct services every week between San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). This is the most popular route, with Lufthansa offering a 5:15pm departure from SAN to MUC.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to MUC, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • You can take a direct flight from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • When taking off from SAN, you can catch a direct flight from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with Lufthansa.

  • The most frequently booked airline between SAN and MUC is Lufthansa.

  • Among carriers on this route, Lufthansa is the most consistent for on-time landings.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from San Diego to MUC that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between SAN and MUC include:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:

  • 71.38% of flights leaving from San Diego International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • CLD is around 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your San Diego to MUC flight? Kick back in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich is roughly 29 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • At the moment, R 4,342 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,825. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Diego to MUC if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport ticket.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from San Diego to MUC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Plan your visit to Munich in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • Book a San Diego to MUC plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Munich to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Munich

Explore more of Germany

  • You've seen Munich, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey around 193 kilometres west to Stuttgart to tick off its must-visit sights. From Porsche Museum to Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Mannheim is another essential stop in Germany and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. No journey is complete without a visit to Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim.

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