The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 9,611 kilometers (5,972 miles / 5,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:20 in Munich, it's 23:20 in Santa Monica. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,317 feet between the two airports. Santa Monica Municipal Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Monica (SMO) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Munich International Airport (MUC) and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.