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Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Thu, 12 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 26 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.
Los Angeles.$709 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Munich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Munich to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from $870
Oct
from $799
Nov
from $709
Dec
from $799
Jan
from $709
Feb
from $709
Mar
from $709
Apr
from $903
May
from $903
Jun
from $927
Jul
from $1,033
Aug
from $952

Direct flights from Munich to Los Angeles International

Munich to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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

Munich to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$709
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week40

Finding cheap flights from Munich to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Munich to Los Angeles International is $709. 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 59 minutes is the average flight time from Munich to Los Angeles International.
Air New Zealand, United and Lufthansa fly direct from Munich to Los Angeles International.
As of September 2025, there are 40 flights per week flying from Munich to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Munich to Los Angeles International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Munich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, 30 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 59 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 Los Angeles International 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, TAP Air Portugal and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Around 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • Los Angeles is eight hours behind Munich and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Flights from MUC to LAX start from 12:00 — the first with Lufthansa. The last departure is at 12:20 with Lufthansa. In total, you can choose from 20 weekly Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.

  • Your MUC to LAX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Getting to Los Angeles (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Lufthansa.

  • Among carriers operating MUC to LAX flights, Lufthansa has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between MUC and LAX include:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Right now, $492 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $709. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from MUC to LAX by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MUC to LAX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • 71.34% of flights that depart Franz Josef Strauss Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MUC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

  • From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Munich to Los Angeles

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