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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $927. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Munich.$901 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Munich on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $901, select.
Munich.$923 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $923, select.
Munich.$923 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $923, select.
Munich.$926 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.
Munich.$926 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.
Munich.$927 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Munich on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $927, select.
Munich.$927 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $927, select.
Munich.$927 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $927, select.
Munich.$928 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $928, select.
Munich.$929 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.
Munich.$929 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.
Munich.$929 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.
Munich.$929 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.
Munich.$930 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Fri, 5 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Munich on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $930, select.
Munich.$1,022 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Sun, 9 May.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Munich on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,022, select.
Munich.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr, returning Tue, 27 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Munich on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Munich flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Aug
from $927
Sep
from $1,052
Oct
from $901
Nov
from $928
Dec
from $926
Jan
from $923
Feb
from $923
Mar
from $929
Apr
from $1,051
May
from $1,022
Jun
from $1,325

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Chicago O'Hare International to Munich: Alternative routes

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Chicago to Munich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$901
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time8 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week58

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich is $901. 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.
8 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich.
Lufthansa, Air Canada and United fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich.
As of July 2026, there are 58 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Munich is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport on Monday, 5 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 34 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.

Currently, Icelandair and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Munich.

Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Munich Airport (MUC): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport is 8 hours 35 minutes.

  • Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Munich seven hours ahead of Chicago.

  • You can choose from 17 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport flights. The 15:35 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 22:25.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ORD to MUC flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Munich (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.

  • With 67.46% of services landing as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering ORD to MUC flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and MUC include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Munich Airport (MUC)

  • Currently, $358 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $901. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from ORD to MUC, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from ORD to MUC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport.

Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

  • Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ORD:

Arriving at Munich Airport (MUC)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Munich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and explore beyond Munich's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Munich Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

When to fly to Munich Airport (MUC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Munich Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ORD to MUC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Germany

  • Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.

  • Around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart.

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