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Cheapest round-trip
$750
Typical prices: $778-$1,273
Condor
Fri 10/5Fri 10/12
LAX - MUC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$753
Typical prices: $1,162-$1,782
Lufthansa
Thu 11/8Sat 11/24
LAX - MUC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa. Average duration is 11h 08m
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $628 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Munich (LAX-MUC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Munich

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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4:45 pm - 3:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:15 am - 2:45 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$750Condor
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 10
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10:30 am - 2:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
18h 30m2 stops Newark Zurich
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7:55 am - 4:35 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
17h 40m1 stop Zurich
$750SWISS
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:40 am - 10:00 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
17h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:00 am - 9:34 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 34m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
$750Air Canada
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:30 pm - 1:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
11h 10mnonstop
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12:10 pm - 3:15 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 05mnonstop
$753Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 24
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5:30 pm - 1:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
11h 10mnonstop
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12:10 pm - 3:15 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 05mnonstop
$753Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
Condor Logo
4:45 pm - 3:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:15 am - 2:45 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$761Condor
Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 11
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8:25 pm - 7:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 10m1 stop Dublin
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10:50 am - 6:40 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 50m1 stop Dublin
$772Aer Lingus
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:25 pm - 7:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 10m1 stop Dublin
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10:50 am - 6:40 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 50m1 stop Dublin
$772Aer Lingus
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:55 pm - 9:25 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
29h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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12:20 pm - 3:15 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 55mnonstop
$778United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:55 pm - 9:25 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
29h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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12:10 pm - 3:15 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 05mnonstop
$778United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Munich flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Munich?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Munich start at $750. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $778 to $1,273. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $750 on Condor.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Munich?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Munich, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Munich?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Munich at $778 round-trip.
  • December ($1,293) and June ($1,190) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Munich the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Munich are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Munich

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on MUC

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Los Angeles to Munich flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$558
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Munich

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Your Los Angeles to Munich flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Are there any nonstop flights available between Los Angeles and Munich?

    There is one nonstop option that is available between Los Angeles International Airport and Munich International Airport with service provided by Lufthansa Airlines.

  • What is a good choice for a hotel with a location that is close to Munich International Airport?

    A great choice for a hotel that has a location right on the airport property is the Hilton Munich Airport. The airport has a location between the two terminal buildings at the airport.

  • Are there any public transportation options to get from Munich International Airport to locations in Munich?

    The S-Bahn is a light rail service that has stops at both the terminal buildings at the airport. Lines S1 and S8 offer service to Munich with line S1 heading to the west and line S8 heading to the east. The trip on each train takes around 40min and the fare to ride is around €12 ($14).

  • If someone is driving me to Los Angeles International Airport, where is a good place that they can drop me off before my flight?

    Drivers can drop off passengers on the upper level of the airport at the terminal building for the airline you'll be taking for your flight. Drivers may only stop long enough to drop you off but may not leave their vehicles unattended.

  • What pet-friendly amenities can I access at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Among the amenities that make LAX a pet-friendly airport is the availability of pet relief areas. Before you board your flight from LAX to MUC, you can take your pet to numerous landside pet relief areas outside T1, T2, and T5.

  • How can I connect from downtown Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport?

    To connect from Downtown Los Angeles to LAX, you can consider boarding the Metro Green Line buses offering direct transport to LAX in about 40 minutes. If you’re traveling on a fixed schedule, you can also consider taxis that take about 20 minutes to travel from downtown to LAX.

  • Which other cities can I visit from Munich International Airport?

    Besides serving as the gateway to Munich, MUC can also serve as a destination airport for nearby cities such as Augsburg, Nuremberg, Stuttgart, and Zurich, Switzerland. With most Munich car rentals allowing regional and cross-border driving, you can conveniently connect to any of these cities with your rented car from Munich car rentals.

  • Which kid-friendly airline can I book when flying from Los Angeles to Munich with my children?

    If you plan to travel with your kids from LAX to MUC, consider reserving your travel tickets with the family-friendly American Airlines. Besides its spacious cabins that allow extra legroom for stretching, the airline offers kid-friendly amenities such as bassinets for infants under two and priority boarding for families traveling with kids.

  • What accommodation options can early-morning travelers consider at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Most travelers who have to catch up with their first-morning flight from Los Angeles to Munich consider spending their night in the hotels close to LAX. Among these hotels is Hyatt Regency Los Angeles Airport Hotel. The hotel is about a 5-minute walk from LAX.

  • Where can I rent a car at Munich International Airport?

    To rent a car from the cheap car rentals at MUC, you will walk from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2’s arrival halls to the car rental center in the central area of MUC airport. There, you will rent a car that will fit your type, taste, budget, and preferences from Alamo, Budget, Enterprise, and others.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Munich flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Munich flights:

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

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

  • What airlines are available from Los Angeles to Munich?

    Only Lufthansa operates flights between Los Angeles and Munich.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Munich?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Munich usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Munich flights?

    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
    • Austrian Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Munich?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Munich:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Munich?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $628 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $1,404 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Munich?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Munich?

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Munich pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Munich most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Munich?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Los Angeles to Munich route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $861 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,075, a difference of $214. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Munich?

    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 Los Angeles to Munich route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 1 minute.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Munich spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Munich flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Munich?

    Some of the most popular sights in Munich are Oktoberfest, Munich City Centre and München Hauptbahnhof. These are among the most viewed places in Munich on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Munich?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Munich:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:30 pm and lands at 4:38 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:30 pm and lands at 5:38 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 08m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Munich flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $968. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Munich?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Munich takes 11h 08m, covering 5,971 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Munich?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Munich looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Munich are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $572.

  • How does Lufthansa’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Munich flights?

    Lufthansa is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Munich flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Munich?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Munich?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 47m, compared with 14h 19m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 14h 19m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Munich?

    Munich is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)?

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Flex To Go
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Munich flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Munich range from $778 to $1,273, with an average of $968 over the past 12 months. Anything below $778 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Munich flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Munich flights:

    • • Lufthansa
    • • United Airlines
    • • Air New Zealand
    • • Austrian Airlines

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

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Munich flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $861 - about $214 less than Friday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Munich trip for January. Fares historically average $778 round-trip in that month - typically $515 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $628 round-trip on this route - about $775 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
    - Hilton Munich Airport
  • For those passengers that want to leave their car at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) before a flight to Munich, you should know that the rate to park there is around $40 per day in all eight of the parking structures located at the airport.
  • If you have forgotten an essential item on your trip to Munich, you will be happy to know that there are three pharmacy locations at the airport. They have three locations in Terminal 2 with one on Level 4, Gate G, one on Level 5, Gate H, and one on Level 3 in the Arrivals Hall.
  • The Los Angeles International Airport has partnered with the City of Los Angeles's Department of Cultural Affairs to offer several art exhibits at the airport. Several of these exhibits reside in International Terminal 7 in both the ticketing area and the terminal's gallery.
  • If you are a traveler that has mobility restrictions, the Munich International Airport (MUC) has services that can help you get from your flight to your mode of transportation away from the airport. The airport suggests that you contact them at least 48h before your trip to arrange the services.
  • If you will be bringing a service animal or a pet with you on your flight, the Los Angeles International Airport has 11 different pet relief areas located throughout the airport complex with some inside the terminal buildings and some outside the terminal buildings.
  • If someone will be picking you up at Munich International Airport after your flight, the airport offers terminal access lanes that are perfect for short stops to allow passengers to enter a vehicle. At the arrival terminal, this lane is the Kiss and Ride Lane. It is of note that if your ride stops for any longer than the time it takes to pick you up, they may incur a fee for parking.
  • If you’re a business traveler whose flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Munich International Airport (MUC) has been rescheduled, you need not to worry. LAX offers several pay-to-use airline lounges where you can conveniently attend to your urgent business matters. Among these lounges is the Alaska Lounge on the Airside, Mezzanine level, near Gate 64.
  • Los Angeles is served by two major international airports. These are; Ontario International Airport (ONT) and LAX. LAX’s central location and the higher number of flight options to MUC make it the departure airport of choice for most travelers who fly from Los Angeles to Munich.
  • One of the best ways to spend your long layover at MUC is to consider spot activities in the observation decks. At MUC, you will access an observation deck on Level 4 of the terminal building via the central security checkpoint in Terminal 2.

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Direct departures

Los Angeles Los Angeles to Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Lufthansa

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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