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$449 Find Cheap Flights from Munich to San Diego

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Cheap Flights from Munich to San Diego (MUC-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Munich to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Munich to San Diego

Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 17
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10:20 am - 10:20 pmMUC-SAN
21h 00m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 7:40 pmSAN-MUC
16h 40m1 stop
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 17
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10:20 am - 10:20 pmMUC-SAN
21h 00m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 7:40 pmSAN-MUC
16h 40m1 stop
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 21
Air Canada Logo
7:00 am - 7:35 pmMUC-SAN
21h 35m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
10:30 pm - 10:00 amSAN-MUC
26h 30m2 stops
$557Air Canada
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 19
Air Canada Logo
7:00 am - 3:50 pmMUC-SAN
17h 50m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
6:45 am - 9:30 amSAN-MUC
17h 45m2 stops
$570Air Canada
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 3:25 pmMUC-SAN
11h 40mnonstop
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7:21 pm - 9:45 amSAN-MUC
29h 24m2 stops
$576United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 3:25 pmMUC-SAN
11h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 1:20 pmSAN-MUC
11h 05mnonstop
$579United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
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12:45 pm - 3:25 pmMUC-SAN
11h 40mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
5:56 pm - 5:10 pmSAN-MUC
14h 14m1 stop
$582Lufthansa
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 12:00 pmMUC-SAN
31h 00m1 stop
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1:55 pm - 5:30 pmSAN-MUC
18h 35m2 stops
$583Delta
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Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 4
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 12:00 pmMUC-SAN
31h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 6:55 amSAN-MUC
15h 35m2 stops
$584Delta
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Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 2
Lufthansa Logo
7:00 am - 5:24 pmMUC-SAN
19h 24m2 stops
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5:35 pm - 1:45 pmSAN-MUC
11h 10mnonstop
$585Lufthansa
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Expert advice for your flight from Munich to San Diego

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Lufthansa

Lufthansa Premium Economy offers 50% more space and an extra checked bag for long-haul flights.


Lufthansa provides 11 special meal choices, including vegetarian and vegan, for dietary needs.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access for enhanced comfort on long-haul flights.


United Premium Plus provides extra recline and legroom, ideal for long-haul comfort.

Airports
MUC

MUC offers biometrics and self-service automation for a quicker departure. No need to remove shoes or electronics at security checkpoints.

Read more about MUCby Blane Bachelor
SAN

Take the Route 992 bus from SAN to Downtown San Diego. It runs every 15 minutes and is the cheapest option.

Read more about SANby Brandon Schultz
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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.

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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on MUC

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Munich to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Munich to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Munich to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Diego on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Munich, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Munich to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Munich to San Diego is November, where tickets cost $613 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $844 and $807 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Munich to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $789 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Munich to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Munich to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Munich to San Diego, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$449
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Munich to San Diego

When to book flights from Munich to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Munich to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Munich to San Diego

  • Are there any airlines on this route that offer lounges at Munich International Airport?

    Lufthansa has a total of 11 lounges inside Terminal Two and the Terminal Two Satellite, making this a good airline choice on this route. Since this is also a major hub for this airline, your flight options to the United States are greatly increased in case of delays or cancellations of your original flight.

  • What is a good choice if I want a sustainable airline on this route?

    SWISS Airlines serves as a prime example of the decarbonization challenge, and it actively strives to introduce solar fuels to the market through its partnership with Synhelion. To meet its CO2 target by 2030, SWISS has undertaken substantial commitments such as modernizing its fleet, continuously improving flight operations, utilizing sustainable aviation fuel, and supplementing these endeavors with investments in climate protection initiatives.

  • What are some reasons to consider upgrading to Business Class on Brussels Airlines?

    You can expect top-notch service and exceptional comfort when flying in Business Class with this airline. Enjoy the privilege of lounge access, priority boarding, an increased baggage allowance, and exclusive in-flight meals. Experience the convenience of high-tech seats that seamlessly transform into a spacious six-foot fully-flat bed within seconds, allowing you to unwind and relax. Additional luxuries include a 15.6 inches HD screen with noise-canceling headphones, an individually adjustable seat with a massage function, and an exclusive amenity kit, ensuring the utmost comfort throughout your journey.

  • Is there an airline that will allow me to take my pet on the flight?

    Passengers flying with United Airlines have the option to bring cats and dogs in-cabin, depending on availability. There are no breed or weight restrictions for pets. However, they must be transported in a carrier that can be either hard-sided or soft-sided. The carrier should fit comfortably under the seat in front of you and provide enough space for your pet to stand up and turn around.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Munich to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Munich to San Diego was $449 for a one-way ticket and $542 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Munich and San Diego?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to San Diego from Munich.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Munich to San Diego?

    Munich airport is called Munich Franz Josef Strauss and the only airport in San Diego is San Diego.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Munich to San Diego?

    Lufthansa, United Airlines, SWISS, and KLM offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Munich to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Munich to San Diego?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Munich to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Munich to San Diego?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Munich and San Diego.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Munich to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Munich to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Munich to San Diego, United Airlines or Lufthansa?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Munich to San Diego are United Airlines and Lufthansa. With an average price for the route of $768 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Lufthansa is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $735 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Munich to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Munich to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Munich to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Munich is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Munich to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Munich with another airline. Booking your flights between Munich and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Munich to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Munich up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Munich to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $678 or less one-way and $731 or less round-trip.
  • When you want a way to get to Munich International Airport (MUC) without driving yourself, consider the Deutsche Bahn Regional S8 train that leaves from Marienplatz and gets to the terminal in about 36 minutes.
  • If you are going to take a one-stop flight on this trip, some of the most common layover airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), and Heathrow Airport (LHR).
  • When you fly with KLM, make sure your carry-on bag fits in overhead bins or under the seat by checking its size at the gate. All carry-ons can be no bigger than 21.5 x 13.5 x 10 inches and can't weigh more than 26 lb.
  • If you are traveling on Delta Airlines and you are going to check bags, the limit for your bag is that it must not weigh more than 50 lb and cannot have total linear dimensions greater than 62 inches.
  • When flying on Austrian Airlines, you can take a standard bicycle with you or a child bike trailer or a unicycle. The maximum linear dimensions of the bag carrying the bike cannot be bigger than 110 inches, and there is a limit of one bike per passenger.

Prefer to fly direct from Munich to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Diego

Monday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Tuesday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Wednesday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Thursday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Friday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Saturday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Sunday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

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Direct returns

San Diego to Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Monday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Tuesday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Wednesday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Thursday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Friday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Saturday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Sunday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Munich to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Munich to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Munich to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8896 reviews
8.1Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
6.6Food
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Ridiculous boarding. Enter the gate, walk down a staircase with bags, exit a building, get on a crowded bus, dropped off a few meters away from the aircraft, walk with bags to another set of stairs to board the aircraft. And all that during a pouring down rain, and with children. Ridiculous!!!

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Jul 2025MUC - SOF
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Ridiculous boarding. Enter the gate, walk down a staircase with bags, exit a building, get on a crowded bus, dropped off a few meters away from the aircraft, walk with bags to another set of stairs to board the aircraft. And all that during a pouring down rain, and with children. Ridiculous!!!

Ok. Get a different kosher caterer. The food was odd.

Our experience on United Airlines was extremely poor. The plane was extremely cold throughout our entire flight- which multiple people complained about- and we had to wait 2 hours to get a blanket which was too thin and barely helped warm us up. As well as this, none of the entertainment features were working so we had to sit through a roughly 10 hour flight with nothing to keep our attention, including the actual flight path screen. It was an extremely disappointing experience and I would hope that this gets fixed if we ever choose United Airlines again.

I really enjoyed flying with United airlines amazing experience , good customer service and great food

1.It will be better if sandwich is warm. 2.The food is too salty. 3.Breakfast needs some vegetables or fruits.

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

My flight was delayed a very short period of time but they did not hold my connecting flight to San Diego, also through United. So they closed the doors before we got off our plane. They would only have to help the door open for another five to ten minutes. So I missed a court deadline for a manditory mediation settlement conference for my client. I had to get an associate to be there in person and be on the phone with him relaying what he needs to do the entire time. The court was very upset with me and so was my client. United cannot be trusted.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

The flight crew was friendly and accommodating. I witnessed one of the flight attendants deal with a difficult flyer with extreme calm and compassion. I was so annoyed with the passenger and so impressed by the flight attendant. His quick action de-escalated what could have been a major incident. He was awesome.

I was told in Florence my bag would go directly to Indianapolis. I had to wait to get it. Then security in EWR was slow so I missed my flight as United would not allow me on the plane even though it was still on the tarmac and the door to the tunnel was open. I blame both Lufthansa and United for refusing to allow me on board a plane that was clearly still on the tarmac. Behind me two grandparents and their ten year old grandson were on same flight from Munich to EWR. They were refused to board the United flight. So we had to sit for 12 hours in airport until next flight. No compensation has been offered either by Lufthansa or United.

Flight was delayed and luggage was delivered day after arrival. In Bilbao they told me day after would be delivered faster if I went to Bilbao to get my own bags so I did. Wasted my morning.

The food that was served was superb!!! Awesome snacks!!! Frequent drink service!!! To me, this was shocking. I took a British Airways flight from Denver to London for the first leg of my trip and the food was horrendous. Thank you for keeping us fed and satiated on such a long flight!!!!

Good legroom. Attentive crew. Wine quality poor, you can do better

Never happened. Flight was delayed. Had to be re rojyed

Beautifully maintained airplane, good food, professional crew, top-notch communication. I highly recommend Lufthansa for intercontinental flights between the United States and Europe.

Lufthansa is my favorite airline and have flown oversea with them for the past 25 years: i always found them so professional and incredibly efficient from checking in to arrival. I also love their Munich or Frankfurt airports.

We paid for business class, and my seat did not work at all. Each time I wanted to adjust the position, an attendant had to come to physically force the seat into its new position. They tried to fix it by fiddling with the electronics (military reset, for example), to no avail. Also, the food was just mediocre. We were at the end of a serving section, so they ran out of several choices. (This was on the flight from Los Angeles to Munich.)

The crew was the best I’ve ever encountered. Business class was spacious, immaculate, and very modern.

Everything about the flight check-in was smooth no line the plane is clean and bathroom

Excellent everywhere but Philly, the most rotten airport in the world.

Check in was not the greatest as had to talk to an agent to clarify things and then he transferred us to another agent who had difficulty processing my credit card as there was a system glitch and not a card error.

I was put into business class. Wow! My flight attendant was great! The food amazing’

The gate at London Gatwick had confusing signs for the different zones and the staff seemed harried because people didn't know when it was their turn to come to the desk. Plus, with there were too many carry-on bag travelers, myself included. The charge scheme for checking bags is frustrating. If you travel light, you want the freedom to leave as soon as you deplane. When you are forced to gate-check your bag simply because the flight is fully booked, you lose whatever time you'd hoped to save because you're still stuck waiting for your bag to come off the conveyor belt.

Safe arrival. Improvement on Time efficiency Effective Communication will be great.

Not so good with their baggage handling as they damaged one of my check in luggage

A good flight back to Tampa and thankfully although we had a 90 minute delay because of thunder storms from Charlotte to bottom iof Florida, it was a prudent to avoid these for a comfortable flight as opposed to being tossed around with turbulence.

All went well on the flight, not happy of course with having to pay for a seat and in hold luggage of £50

They removed our booking without telling us. Cost us thousands to book last minute

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