Award flights from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles
Award space from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles
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AwardTool saw award space on 2 airport pairs between Munich (MUC) and Los Angeles (LAX, SNA) in the last 30 days. Lowest economy: 15,000 points + $354.92 on MUC–LAX (Virgin Atlantic Flying Club). Lowest business class: 57,500 miles + $134.99 on MUC–LAX (American Airlines AAdvantage). Lowest first class: 70,000 points + $154.99 on MUC–LAX (Alaska Atmos Rewards).
Prices observed – .
Page regenerated from the Nov 12, 2026 data snapshot (normally daily). Summary last changed . Seats change quickly.
- Lowest economy
- 15,000 pts + $354.92
- MUC–LAX · Virgin Atlantic
- Lowest premium economy
- 39,000 pts + $320.63
- MUC–LAX · Virgin Atlantic
- Lowest business class
- 57,500 pts + $134.99
- MUC–LAX · AAdvantage
- Lowest first class
- 70,000 pts + $154.99
- MUC–LAX · Atmos
Economy was lowest on MUC–LAX: 15,000 points + $354.92 with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. The lowest on another airport pair was 21,000 miles + $134.49 with American Airlines AAdvantage on MUC–SNA. With American Airlines AAdvantage, business class started at 57,500 miles + $134.99, about 2.7 times the points of its lowest economy award (21,000 miles + $134.39).
Compare programs by cabin
The lowest one-way award each program showed in each cabin, sorted by points.
Economy
Lowest economy from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points: 15,000 points + $354.92 with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club on MUC–LAX (seen on 82 dates).
| Program | Points + taxes | Airports | Dates seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Atlantic Flying ClubLowest observed | 15,000 pts + $354.92 | MUC–LAX | 82 |
| GOL Smiles | 18,100 pts + taxes not reported | MUC–LAX | 145 |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 18,750 pts + $297.09 | MUC–LAX | 253 |
| TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go | 19,000 pts + $241.34 | MUC–LAX | 171 |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 21,000 pts + $134.39 | MUC–LAX | 252 |
| Cathay Pacific Asia Miles | 27,000 pts + $342.93 | MUC–LAX | 6 |
| SAS EuroBonus | 30,000 pts + $147.29 | MUC–LAX | 41 |
| JetBlue TrueBlue | 33,400 pts + $180.99 | MUC–LAX | 136 |
| Alaska Atmos Rewards | 35,000 pts + $154.99 | MUC–LAX | 328 |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 39,000 pts + $152.69 | MUC–LAX | 251 |
| United MileagePlus | 40,000 pts + $134.39 | MUC–LAX | 329 |
| Virgin Australia Velocity | 42,000 pts + $124.77 | MUC–LAX | 134 |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 43,200 pts + $404.25 | MUC–LAX | 192 |
| Qatar Airways Privilege Club | 45,000 pts + taxes not reported | MUC–LAX | 154 |
| Etihad Guest | 67,000 pts + $182.09 | MUC–LAX | 172 |
| Delta SkyMiles | 160,000 pts + $140.60 | MUC–LAX | 252 |
Premium Economy
Lowest premium economy from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points: 39,000 points + $320.63 with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club on MUC–LAX (seen on 46 dates).
| Program | Points + taxes | Airports | Dates seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Atlantic Flying ClubLowest observed | 39,000 pts + $320.63 | MUC–LAX | 46 |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 40,000 pts + $392.89 | MUC–LAX | 252 |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 40,000 pts + $134.99 | MUC–LAX | 239 |
| Lufthansa Miles & More | 42,500 pts + $233.89 | MUC–LAX | 326 |
| Alaska Atmos Rewards | 45,000 pts + $154.99 | MUC–LAX | 245 |
| SAS EuroBonus | 45,000 pts + $147.29 | MUC–LAX | 27 |
| United MileagePlus | 50,000 pts + $134.39 | MUC–LAX | 329 |
| Cathay Pacific Asia Miles | 52,000 pts + $381.40 | MUC–LAX | 4 |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 85,300 pts + $1,183.21 | MUC–LAX | 132 |
| GOL Smiles | 166,200 pts + taxes not reported | MUC–LAX | 51 |
| Delta SkyMiles | 250,000 pts + $140.60 | MUC–LAX | 230 |
Business Class
Lowest business class from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points: 57,500 miles + $134.99 with American Airlines AAdvantage on MUC–LAX (seen on 247 dates).
| Program | Points + taxes | Airports | Dates seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines AAdvantageLowest observed | 57,500 pts + $134.99 | MUC–LAX | 247 |
| Lufthansa Miles & More | 58,415 pts + $1,043.19 | MUC–LAX | 327 |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 60,000 pts + $532.99 | MUC–LAX | 252 |
| SAS EuroBonus | 60,000 pts + $147.29 | MUC–LAX | 5 |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 69,000 pts + $100.00 | MUC–LAX | 5 |
| Alaska Atmos Rewards | 70,000 pts + $171.49Mixed cabin | MUC–LAX | 308 |
| United MileagePlus | 80,000 pts + $137.29Mixed cabin | MUC–LAX | 329 |
| Etihad Guest | 87,000 pts + $182.09Mixed cabin | MUC–LAX | 96 |
| Cathay Pacific Asia Miles | 91,000 pts + $470.58 | MUC–LAX | 4 |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 100,500 pts + $153.67 | MUC–LAX | 1 |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 109,900 pts + $1,136.80Mixed cabin | MUC–LAX | 107 |
| Virgin Australia Velocity | 158,500 pts + $508.09 | MUC–LAX | 3 |
| Qatar Airways Privilege Club | 161,500 pts + taxes not reportedMixed cabin | MUC–LAX | 8 |
| TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go | 190,000 pts + $257.69 | MUC–LAX | 162 |
| Delta SkyMiles | 495,000 pts + $140.60 | MUC–LAX | 241 |
First Class
Lowest first class from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points: 70,000 points + $154.99 with Alaska Atmos Rewards on MUC–LAX (seen on 283 dates).
| Program | Points + taxes | Airports | Dates seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Atmos RewardsLowest observed | 70,000 pts + $154.99 | MUC–LAX | 283 |
| Etihad Guest | 178,000 pts + $918.79Mixed cabin | MUC–LAX | 1 |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 299,300 pts + $1,431.95 | MUC–LAX | 6 |
| United MileagePlus | 395,000 pts + $140.49 | MUC–SNA | 1 |
| Delta SkyMiles | 495,000 pts + $140.60 | MUC–LAX | 240 |
Not seen means AwardTool hasn't observed this cabin on this route in the last 30 days. It doesn't mean the airline has no seats.
Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles at a glance
- From
- Munich (MUC)
- To
- Los Angeles (LAX, SNA)
- Programs with award space seen
- 17 of 18 programs tracked on this route
- Nonstop award space seen
- Yes, in economy, premium economy and business class, via Avianca LifeMiles, Lufthansa Miles & More and United MileagePlus
- Airlines seen on these awards
- Eurowings Discover (4Y), American Airlines (AA), Air Canada (AC), Air France (AF), Alaska Airlines (AS), Royal Air Maroc (AT), Finnair (AY), ITA Airways (AZ), JetBlue (B6), British Airways (BA), Cathay Pacific (CX), Condor (DE) and 24 more
- Departures with open awards
- Nov 2026 to Oct 2027
- Latest departure with space
- Observation window
- Awards observed in the last 30 days
- Distance
- 5,975 miles (9,616 km), great-circle
- Destination guide
- Award flights to Los Angeles
Compare airports
Lowest one-way award AwardTool observed on each airport pair between Munich (MUC) and Los Angeles, with the program and the number of departure dates seen.
| Airports | Economy | Premium Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles (LAX) | 15,000 pts + $354.92Virgin Atlantic · 82 dates | 39,000 pts + $320.63Virgin Atlantic · 46 dates | 57,500 pts + $134.99AAdvantage · 247 dates | 70,000 pts + $154.99Atmos · 283 dates |
| Munich (MUC) to Orange County (SNA) | 21,000 pts + $134.49AAdvantage · 6 dates | 40,000 pts + $648.09AAdvantage · 6 dates | 57,500 pts + $1,098.39AAdvantage · 6 dates | 70,000 pts + $1,146.29Atmos · 6 dates |
Not seen means AwardTool hasn't observed this cabin on this route in the last 30 days. It doesn't mean the airline has no seats.
Prices are one-way per traveler: the program's points or miles plus taxes and carrier fees in USD, as AwardTool observed them in the observation window. Award space changes constantly. A seat we saw may be gone, and space we haven't seen may exist. Always confirm with a live search before transferring points; most transfers can't be reversed.
Lowest observed by cabin, Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles
- Economy: 15,000 points + $354.92 on Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles (LAX) with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, which showed economy award space there on 82 dates.
- Premium Economy: 39,000 points + $320.63 on Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles (LAX) with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, which showed premium economy award space there on 46 dates.
- Business Class: 57,500 miles + $134.99 on Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles (LAX) with American Airlines AAdvantage, which showed business-class award space there on 247 dates.
- First Class: 70,000 points + $154.99 on Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles (LAX) with Alaska Atmos Rewards, which showed first-class award space there on 283 dates.
Observed award examples
| Departure | Cabin | Airports | Program | Points + taxes | Seats | Stops | Observed (UTC) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | MUC–LAX | Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 15,000 pts + $356.96 | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Premium Economy | MUC–LAX | Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 39,000 pts + $322.09 | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Business | MUC–LAX | American Airlines AAdvantage | 57,500 pts + $171.09 | 3 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Business | MUC–LAX | Lufthansa Miles & More | 58,415 pts + $1,043.19 | 9+ | Nonstop | Check this date | ||
| First | MUC–LAX | Alaska Atmos Rewards | 70,000 pts + $154.99 | 5 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| First | MUC–LAX | Etihad Guest | 178,000 pts + $918.79Mixed cabin | 2 | 2 stops | Check this date | ||
| First | MUC–LAX | Qantas Frequent Flyer | 299,300 pts + $1,437.53 | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| First | MUC–SNA | United MileagePlus | 395,000 pts + $140.49 | 3 | 4 stops | Check this date |
Prices are one-way per traveler: the program's points or miles plus taxes and carrier fees in USD, as AwardTool observed them in the observation window. Award space changes constantly. A seat we saw may be gone, and space we haven't seen may exist. Always confirm with a live search before transferring points; most transfers can't be reversed.
Nonstop award space
- Economy: nonstop from 39,000 miles + $152.69 via Avianca LifeMiles on MUC–LAX, which showed nonstop space there on 208 dates (2 programs had nonstop space).
- Premium economy: nonstop from 50,538 miles + taxes vary via Lufthansa Miles & More on MUC–LAX, which showed nonstop space there on 301 dates.
- Business class: nonstop from 58,415 miles + $1,043.19 via Lufthansa Miles & More on MUC–LAX, which showed nonstop space there on 309 dates (3 programs had nonstop space).
Best months to fly from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points
Each month shows the lowest award seen across the 2 airport pairs, with that program's open dates on the airport pair behind it.
| Month | Economy | Premium Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15,000 pts + $356.96 (9 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 39,000 pts + $321.78 (4 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (12 dates)AAdvantage | 70,000 pts + $154.99 (13 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + $355.80 (10 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 39,000 pts + $321.26 (11 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 57,500 pts + $171.09 (29 dates)AAdvantage | 70,000 pts + taxes not reported (9 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + taxes not reported (12 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 39,000 pts + taxes not reported (12 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (27 dates)AAdvantage | 70,000 pts + taxes not reported (24 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + taxes not reported (14 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 39,000 pts + taxes not reported (7 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (21 dates)AAdvantage | 70,000 pts + taxes not reported (24 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + taxes not reported (13 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 39,000 pts + taxes not reported (9 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (30 dates)AAdvantage | 70,000 pts + taxes not reported (27 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + taxes not reported (4 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 39,000 pts + taxes not reported (3 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (22 dates)AAdvantage | 270,000 pts + taxes not reported (26 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + taxes not reported (14 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 40,000 pts + taxes not reported (21 dates)Flying Blue | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (22 dates)AAdvantage | 250,000 pts + taxes not reported (30 dates)Atmos | |
| 15,000 pts + taxes not reported (5 dates)Virgin Atlantic | 40,000 pts + taxes not reported (25 dates)AAdvantage | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (26 dates)AAdvantage | 250,000 pts + taxes not reported (30 dates)Atmos | |
| 21,000 pts + taxes not reported (22 dates)AAdvantage | 45,000 pts + taxes not reported (11 dates)Atmos | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (22 dates)AAdvantage | 250,000 pts + taxes not reported (31 dates)Atmos | |
| 21,000 pts + taxes not reported (12 dates)AAdvantage | 40,000 pts + taxes not reported (12 dates)AAdvantage | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (12 dates)AAdvantage | 270,000 pts + taxes not reported (31 dates)Atmos | |
| 19,000 pts + taxes not reported (7 dates)Miles&Go | 40,000 pts + taxes not reported (18 dates)AAdvantage | 57,500 pts + taxes not reported (18 dates)AAdvantage | 110,000 pts + taxes not reported (30 dates)Atmos | |
| 19,000 pts + taxes not reported (5 dates)Miles&Go | 45,000 pts + taxes not reported (7 dates)Atmos | 76,471 pts + taxes not reported (7 dates)Miles & More | 350,000 pts + taxes not reported (8 dates)Atmos |
A month's taxes are those of an award AwardTool recorded at that month's lowest price for a departure that month. “Taxes not reported” means the data has none for that month; the award still has taxes and fees.
Points that transfer to these programs
| Program | Amex | Bilt | Capital One | Chase | Citi | Wells Fargo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Atmos Rewards | — | 1:1 · ~1 day | — | — | — | — |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | — | — | — | — | 1:1 · Instant | — |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant |
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Questions about Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles award flights
Which airports had the lowest award prices from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles?
In business class, MUC–LAX with 57,500 miles + $134.99 (American Airlines AAdvantage). In economy, MUC–LAX with 15,000 points + $354.92 (Virgin Atlantic Flying Club). Prices are the lowest AwardTool observed in the last 30 days; search live before transferring points.
Which airport pairs between Munich (MUC) and Los Angeles had award space?
MUC–LAX (economy, premium economy, business class and first class) and MUC–SNA (economy, premium economy, business class and first class). Airport pairs not listed had no award space AwardTool observed in the last 30 days.
How many points does it take to fly from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles?
The lowest economy award AwardTool has seen was 15,000 points + $354.92 with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. Seen Nov 9, 2026, 21:03 UTC for a Nov 12, 2026 departure. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club showed economy award space on 82 departure dates at any price (newest observation Nov 12, 2026, 04:16 UTC). The lowest business-class award AwardTool has seen was 57,500 miles + $134.99 with American Airlines AAdvantage. Seen Nov 11, 2026, 21:19 UTC for a Dec 9, 2026 departure. American Airlines AAdvantage showed business-class award space on 247 departure dates at any price (newest observation Nov 12, 2026, 05:53 UTC). Search live before transferring points.
Which loyalty programs had award space from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles?
17 programs in the last 30 days: American Airlines AAdvantage (economy 252 dates, premium economy 239 dates, business class 247 dates); Alaska Atmos Rewards (economy 328 dates, premium economy 245 dates, business class 308 dates, first class 283 dates); Avianca LifeMiles (economy 251 dates, business class 5 dates); JetBlue TrueBlue (economy 136 dates); Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (economy 6 dates, premium economy 4 dates, business class 4 dates); Delta SkyMiles (economy 252 dates, premium economy 230 dates, business class 241 dates, first class 240 dates); Etihad Guest (economy 172 dates, business class 96 dates, first class 1 date); GOL Smiles (economy 145 dates, premium economy 51 dates) and 9 more. Dates count departure dates with an open award.
Can you fly nonstop from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points?
Yes. AwardTool observed nonstop award space in economy, premium economy and business class, bookable via Avianca LifeMiles, Lufthansa Miles & More and United MileagePlus. The lowest nonstop award in economy was 39,000 miles + $152.69 with Avianca LifeMiles.
How much are taxes and fees on award flights from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles?
Taxes and fees on each program's lowest award ranged in economy from $124.77 with Velocity (42,000 points + $124.77) to $404.25 with Qantas (43,200 points + $404.25); in business class from $100.00 with LifeMiles (69,000 miles + $100.00) to $1,136.80 with Qantas (109,900 points + $1,136.80 on a mixed-cabin itinerary). GOL Smiles did not report taxes for its lowest economy award. Qatar Airways Privilege Club did not report taxes for its lowest economy and business-class awards. Amounts are one way per traveler in USD and can differ on other dates and routings.
Which credit card points can book awards from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles?
American Express Membership Rewards: Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (5:4), Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (5:4), Delta SkyMiles (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1), Qatar Airways Privilege Club (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Bilt Rewards: Alaska Atmos Rewards (1:1), Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (1:1), Etihad Guest (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qatar Airways Privilege Club (1:1), TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go (1:1), United MileagePlus (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Capital One Miles: Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (5:3), Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (1:1), Etihad Guest (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1), Qatar Airways Privilege Club (1:1), TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Chase Ultimate Rewards: JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), United MileagePlus (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Citi ThankYou Points: American Airlines AAdvantage (1:1), Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (1:1), Etihad Guest (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1), Qatar Airways Privilege Club (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Wells Fargo Rewards: Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). These are US card programs; ratios come from AwardTool's transfer partner list. Check current bonuses first.
What's the best month to fly from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles on points?
Counting only month prices from programs with award space on 2 or more dates that month, and leaving out unusually low outliers: in economy, the lowest award was for Feb 2027 departures, 15,000 points + taxes not reported with Virgin Atlantic (14 dates); in business class, the lowest award was for Mar 2027 departures, 57,500 miles + taxes not reported with AAdvantage (30 dates). The month table shows every lowest price, including those. Based on dates we observed, not a forecast.
When do award seats open for flights from Munich (MUC) to Los Angeles?
Booking windows before departure published by the programs with award space here (AwardTool's program data, reviewed Nov 6, 2026): Qatar Airways Privilege Club about 361 days, TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go about 361 days, Avianca LifeMiles about 360 days and 10 other programs. AwardTool saw award space on this route for departures as late as Oct 23, 2027; seats can open earlier or later, and released seats may already be booked. See award release dates by program.