2 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Munich.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Lufthansa | ORD O'Hare International Airport | MUC Munich Airport |
| United Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | MUC Munich Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
18 miles (28.5 km) from the city centre. 43.4 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | S-Bahn S1 or S8 to Munich Hauptbahnhof and Marienplatz | about 45m | about €15 single ticket, or €16.30 Airport-City-Day-Ticket |
| Bus | Lufthansa Express Bus to Hauptbahnhof | about 45m | €13 one way |
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Munich is 7 hours ahead of Chicago. Munich uses the euro (EUR).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Lufthansa and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 4,512 miles (7,262 km), measured between the city centres.
Munich is 7 hours ahead of Chicago.
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
S-Bahn S1 or S8 to Munich Hauptbahnhof and Marienplatz, about 45 minutes, about €15 single ticket, or €16.30 Airport-City-Day-Ticket.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.