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Cheap Flights from Munich to San Diego

 
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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Munich to San Diego

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Munich to San Diego.
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9:10 am - 6:26 pmMUC-SAN
18h 16m2 stops
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7:25 am - 7:10 amSAN-MUC
14h 45m1 stop
Mon, May 12 - Sun, May 25
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6:45 pm - 2:50 pmMUC-SAN
29h 05m1 stop
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7:50 pm - 11:15 pmSAN-MUC
18h 25m1 stop
$575British Airways
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Sun, May 11 - Sun, May 25
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9:10 am - 8:33 amMUC-SAN
32h 23m2 stops
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10:49 pm - 7:10 amSAN-MUC
23h 21m1 stop
$583American Airlines
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Mon, May 12 - Sun, May 25
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9:10 am - 8:33 amMUC-SAN
32h 23m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 11:15 pmSAN-MUC
21h 35m1 stop
$584American Airlines
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Tue, May 20 - Fri, Jun 6
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3:45 pm - 11:05 amMUC-SAN
28h 20m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:25 amSAN-MUC
17h 25m2 stops
$611Air Canada
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Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Nov 12
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3:45 pm - 12:13 amMUC-SAN
17h 28m2 stops
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7:00 am - 9:25 amSAN-MUC
17h 25m2 stops
$617Air Canada
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Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Nov 12
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12:45 pm - 3:25 pmMUC-SAN
11h 40mnonstop
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6:30 am - 10:15 amSAN-MUC
18h 45m2 stops
$630Lufthansa
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Fri, May 23 - Sat, Jun 7
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9:00 am - 8:24 pmMUC-SAN
20h 24m2 stops
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5:50 pm - 1:20 pmSAN-MUC
34h 30m2 stops
$634United Airlines
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Fri, May 16 - Fri, Jun 20
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11:45 am - 8:36 pmMUC-SAN
17h 51m1 stop
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6:30 am - 10:15 amSAN-MUC
18h 45m2 stops
$636Lufthansa
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Sat, May 24 - Thu, Jun 5
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:59 pmMUC-SAN
22h 59m2 stops
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8:00 am - 7:45 amSAN-MUC
14h 45m1 stop
$637United Airlines
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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 experience. No need to remove shoes or electronics at security in T1 and T2.

Read more about MUCby Blane Bachelor
SAN

Take the Route 992 bus from SAN to Downtown San Diego. It runs every 15 minutes and costs less than hiring a car.

Read more about SANby Brandon Schultz
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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

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 Friday. On your return trip to Munich, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, 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 $581 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $807 and $807 respectively.

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 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$403
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% 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 $403 for a one-way ticket and $559 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, Air New Zealand, 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 American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Munich to San Diego are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $755 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $699 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • 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 $672 or less one-way and $642 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?

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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Top 4 airlines serving from Munich to San Diego

 
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7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8696 reviews
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
8.1Crew
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I needed to make changes to my flights. When I called customer service, they assisted me with care professionalism.

10.0 ExcellentMohammad Hassan Mirzai, May 2025HKG - SFO
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I needed to make changes to my flights. When I called customer service, they assisted me with care professionalism.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Wonderful and fast TSA checkpoint. The line was fast and our gate was close by

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

Flight boarded from Gate 39 at OGG, the farthest gate in the terminal. There were no Hawaiian themed amenities for the flight. The first class service was mediocre at best; I received not special welcome or recognition as an executive platinum member of American Advantage program. The flight attendants were more concerned with their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as we disembarked. Fortunately, the flight arrived at LAX a few minutes early.

Bigger seats. Board back to front! Disembark front to back!

Extraordinary service in business class, and very good breakfast and snacks. A really lovely flight.

This flight didn’t happen because AA agents didn’t let us board the flight

Plane was pretty clean, staff was friendly and helpful, flight left about on time arrived early. Took a long time to board and get off the plane - carry on items didn't have enough room so people had to move all around to find places.

The service and food needs to improve to catch up with other international flights

Would have been good to have a meal since it was a 5.5 hour flight

We boarded after several delays due to mechanical failure and a gate change. The seat cushion in the exit row was very compressed and offered no cushion, making the four-hour journey reasonably uncomfortable. The WiFi worked for a few people, but for most, it did not, and you cannot get entertainment unless you can connect—American Airlines flights do not have seatback screens, and you must use your mobile phone.

AA is always pretty solid. Was on time all the way around today so can’t complain!

I enjoyed my flight back with Lufthansa because the food was good, and the flight attendants were nice and helped you when you asked a question. The flight attendants always came around and asked if you needed anything which I liked a lot.

I wish seats were not reclinable. It's so claustrophobic when the person in front of you spends most of a nine hour flight leaned all the way back. The crew was really nice though and the dinner (red Thai curry) was pretty compelling.

The only thing that the airport can improve which will help Lufthansa from delay flights is to warn the passengers that are flying to the USA to be earlier to the gate due to the documents check that in our case delayed the flight

This was the best carrier, comfort, service, good food, on time experience on a long haul flight. New, clean, quiet, smooth aircraft!!!

Liked - efficiency of boarding with 2 jetways. Checkin was with kiosks with helpful and plentiful workers to help with the process. Munich airport security was very automated, efficient and effective. Free wine and beer! Cons - food was only okay in economy class. Plane bathrooms could have been cleaner.

Crew were professionals. However, the plane seats are too small -essentially there is no space to move around which for so many hours is almost inhuman but certainly unacceptable. Same with the bad quality of food and the fact that you need to purchase Wi-Fi

I think it was a United A380 plane. The trip from Munich to Denver was about 12 hours and the preferred economy seat I paid $75 for was very cramped. The crew was nice but I was so uncomfortable and getting up to walk around didn’t really help. My legs were swollen for 4 days afterward. I would think on such a long trip the seats would have more room. I would have gone 1st class but it was 3-4 times more expensive. I won’t fly anywhere far away again. My last experience with Lufthansa was great to Italy and back, but this time I could swear everything was United and not good.

Great crew dealing with the most unprepared family with a million kids and zero sense.

Amazing! The food was great! Best airline meal ever. The crew was so nice and pleasant.

The plane was crowded, seats narrow, legroom practically nonexistent. The entertainment feature didn't work for my row and nobody was able to/interested in trying to fix it. This was a direct contrast to a very comfortable Lufthansa flight I'd taken from RDU to Frankfurt about a week earlier.

Boarding is a mess. They never check group # so lots of people crowding in. Comfortable seats this flight. I had an empty seat next to me, very convenient. Food was really not good, but I was starved. The pizza snack thing was horrible. Crew was grand. They really make it enjoyable.

Too much long line at the TSA and Security. Prepare for long walk for baggage claim.

Crew very helpful and friendly. Food is so so. Main meal is not always the best. Did have a choice of a snack part way which was either a cookie, corn snack, or similar. Second kind of meal was basically like a pizza pastry that really wasn’t a favorite but probably a European snack? Screens and selections of movies, tv and such were good. No WI-Fi unless you buy so no free texting or such on the long flight but I think that might be any overseas flight.

The boarding process was quite loud and chaotic. The flight attendants kept barking over the PA system about people needing to only stow large items in the overhead bins. During the one and only service, I was hit by the service cart. At the same time, a passenger was returning from the bathroom and the crew definitely saw him but stopped a few seats short of allowing him to sit down before starting service and made him wait a good 10 minutes before passing his seat and allowing him to sit down, after which he had to ask for his snack and beverage or he would have been passed over. Neither flight attendant thanked passengers as they left; in fact, I did not see them again once the plane door was opened.

Flight Attendant Karen Lynn was an absolute delight. She assisted in every portion of the services provided throughout the flight, aided with any and all concerns expressed by passengers, and even helped comfort an upset child who was one of five of a traveling family. This quality of service is what keeps me coming back to American. Thank you!

The worst, flight cancelled because the aircraft was not full. Heathrow ground crew totally not helpful and arrogant. Lady proposed us flight with 40min layover instead of direct and said it is our problem of course she was unable to do anything as everything was beyond her control she claimed. after calling on hotline another flight was booked. Flight was cancelled last second so we could not take direct from Zurich but we had to stay overnight in London.

The seats in row 31 are terrible and small and uncomfortable. Don't ever sit there. The window seat is so close to the curve of the plane is so annoying. I paid extra for this seat and I hated all 10 hours in it.

Food was terrible , crew were excellent , IFE was dire . Overall comfortable seat and cabin. Nothing special .

If my tv wasn’t broken and I wasn’t in a seat that didn’t allow for sleeping

Delayed flight due to lack of crew caused me to miss my connection

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