Cheap flights from Munich, Germany to Chicago, IL

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Munich MUCChicago ORD

Lufthansa

$534

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Munich MUCChicago ORD

United Airlines

$593

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Travelers usually depart from Munich, Munich Central Bus Station, München Hauptbahnhof, Munich - Fröttmaning, or München - Ostbahnhof when they travel from Munich to Chicago. Book your trip to arrive at O Hare International, Chicago Midway International, Chicago, IL - Union Station, Chicago Rockford International, or Chicago Downtown Greyhound Station. The distance between Munich and Chicago is 7277 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, and Aer Lingus. Munich and Chicago have 358 direct flights per week.

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Munich to Chicago in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the table.

Weekly direct flights for Sun 12.03 - Sat 18.03

AirlineSun 12.03Mon 13.03Tue 14.03Wed 15.03Thu 16.03Fri 17.03Sat 18.03
2434423
2121112
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Weekly direct flights for Sun 19.03 - Sat 25.03

AirlineSun 19.03Mon 20.03Tue 21.03Wed 22.03Thu 23.03Fri 24.03Sat 25.03
2223333
2132312
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Weekly direct flights for Sun 26.03 - Sat 01.04

AirlineSun 26.03Mon 27.03Tue 28.03Wed 29.03Thu 30.03Fri 31.03Sat 01.04
4222323
United Airlines
2232112
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Weekly direct flights for Sun 02.04 - Sat 08.04

AirlineSun 02.04Mon 03.04Tue 04.04Wed 05.04Thu 06.04Fri 07.04Sat 08.04
4324333
3222222
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Check-in for a flight from Munich to Chicago

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during bookingOnline check-in available
LufthansaDLHLHYes0
0
United AirlinesUALUAYesNo
Delta Air LinesDALDLYesOpens 24 days before flight
Closes 1 hours before flight
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9NoOpens 24 days before flight
Closes 1 hours before flight
Aer LingusEINEINoOpens 48 days before flight
Closes 5 hours before flight

United States COVID-19 travel restrictions

Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions in United States – 03/2023
Your trip summary

Most travelers from Germany can enter Chicago, ORD, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed with restrictions for vaccinated travelers
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test or recovery certificate is not required
  • Quarantine is not required for vaccinated travelers
Forms and documents
  • Mandatory proof of COVID-19 vaccination for United States
  • Mandatory travel attestation form
Additional information
  • Health screening may be required on arrival
  • Masks are recommended in certain settings

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in United States in our dedicated Stories article.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Munich to Chicago?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Munich and Chicago takes around 9.7 hours.
What is the flight distance between Munich and Chicago?
The flight distance between Munich and Chicago is 7277 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Munich and Chicago?
Several carriers operate flights between Munich and Chicago. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Air Canada, United Airlines, Lufthansa.
What are the most popular routes to and from Munich?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Munich and New York, Los Angeles, Boston, San Francisco, London, Paris, Amsterdam, Denver, Barcelona, Orlando, Oakland, Tel Aviv, Washington, D.C., Rome, Berlin, Athens, Miami, Dublin, Prague, Seville.
What are the most popular routes to and from Chicago?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Chicago and Phoenix, Las Vegas, Denver, Orlando, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Tampa, Miami, Salt Lake City, New York, Atlanta, London, Sacramento, Minneapolis, Mexico City, Paris, Austin, Washington, D.C., Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers.
Which airports are there in Munich?
Munich is mainly served by Munich. But there are other airports nearby, including Augsburg.
What airports are near Munich?
The main airport in Munich is Munich. It is also served by Zürich Airport, Stuttgart, Nuremberg, Memmingen, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Linz, St. Gallen–Altenrhein, Friedrichshafen.
What airports are near Chicago?
The main airport in Chicago is O Hare International. It is also served by Gerald R. Ford International, General Mitchell International, General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International, Dane County Regional, Fort Wayne International, Quad City International, Central Illinois Regional, South Bend International, Muskegon County, Decatur.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Munich and Chicago?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Munich and Chicago thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Munich and Chicago can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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