transatlantic · 9h 05m · 7,290 km
Chicago to Munich
2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked
In business class, Lufthansa's Allegris Business (A350-900) edges out the field with a 7.7/10.In premium economy, United's Premium Plus (787-9) edges out the field with a 5.5/10.
Quick pick
Fly Lufthansa. It has 14 more inches of legroom.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly United. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on Lufthansa).
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly United. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on Lufthansa).
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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Data verified June 2026
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Route insights
- In business class, Lufthansa's Allegris Business (A350-900) edges out the field with a 7.7/10.
- In premium economy, United's Premium Plus (787-9) edges out the field with a 5.5/10.
- In economy, United's Economy (787-9) edges out the field with a 4.8/10.
- Lufthansa is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 8.5/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: Lufthansa or United on ORD-MUC?
Allegris Business (Lufthansa, A350-900) edges out Polaris Business (United Airlines, 787-9) in business, scoring 7.7/10 vs 7.2. The deciding factor: a 86"-long bed vs 78". United Airlines fights back on privacy and wi-fi.
Which is better in premium economy: Lufthansa or United on ORD-MUC?
Allegris Premium Economy (Lufthansa, A350-900) and Premium Plus (United Airlines, 787-9) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.4 vs 5.5/10. The biggest gap is wi-fi — Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: Lufthansa or United on ORD-MUC?
Allegris Economy (Lufthansa, A350-900) and Economy (United Airlines, 787-9) score virtually the same in economy: 4.7 vs 4.8/10. The biggest gap is wi-fi — Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris First Suite on ORD-MUC?
Best: Suite Plus (1D/1E center) converts to a double bed — the widest in any airline first class at roughly 47 inches. Window suites 1A and 1K offer solo privacy. Avoid: With only 3 suites (4 seats), availability is extremely limited. Book early. 3 suites total: 2 window (32-inch screens) and 1 center "Suite Plus" double (43-inch 4K screen). Sliding privacy doors on all. Wireless charging built into the suite. Only 4 seats in the entire first class cabin.
What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris Business on ORD-MUC?
Best: Bulkhead Suite seats in rows 2 and 8 have sliding doors and extra space — 8 of the 38 seats. "Extra Long Bed" variants offer up to 86 inches of bed length. Avoid: "Classic" seats in the center of each cabin section have less privacy than window positions. 38 staggered 1-2-1 seats across 5 sub-types: Suite (8 seats with doors), Extra Space, Privacy (window), Extra Long Bed, and Classic. 18-inch IFE standard, 24-inch on suites. 10-inch control tablet. AKG noise-canceling headphones. L'Occitane amenity kit. Wireless charging at every seat.
What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris Premium Economy on ORD-MUC?
Best: Window pairs offer the most privacy. Front row has bulkhead legroom. Avoid: Center block middle seat has no direct aisle access. 24 fixed-shell recliner seats. 15.6-inch IFE. Noise-canceling headphones included. Wireless charging in armrest. Part of the new Allegris cabin overhaul.
What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris Economy on ORD-MUC?
Best: Rows 19-20 and exit row 26 offer 34 inches of pitch. 9-abreast (3-3-3) is wider than 10-abreast on 777s. Avoid: Last rows near rear lavatories. Standard 31-inch pitch rows are tight for taller passengers. 201 Recaro economy seats in 9-abreast configuration — wider than typical 777 economy. Select front and exit rows offer 34-inch pitch. Part of the Allegris cabin overhaul.
What are the best seats in United Polaris Business on ORD-MUC?
Best: Row 11 in the 4-row mini-cabin is the most private and quiet row in United's entire fleet, far from galleys and lavatories. Odd-numbered window seats (A or L) in rows 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 offer a privacy cocoon. Couples should pick center pairs (D-E) in odd rows. Avoid: Even-numbered rows offer less foot room, problematic for taller passengers. Seats near the mid-cabin galley (between main and mini cabins) experience more noise and traffic. Row 12 is closest to premium economy. Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 layout with direct aisle access from every seat. The mini-cabin (rows 9-12) is genuinely secluded and highly sought after. No privacy doors on this variant. Panasonic Ku-band WiFi; Starlink retrofit underway. 48-seat Polaris cabin is the standard long-haul 787-9 configuration.
What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on ORD-MUC?
Best: Row 20 bulkhead has the most legroom, though it lacks under-seat storage during takeoff and landing. Window pairs (A-B and H-J) are best for couples on overnight flights. Avoid: Row 20 lacks under-seat storage. Center seats in the 3-abreast middle section (D-E-F) are least private for sleeping. Row 22 is closest to economy. Small 21-seat cabin in 3 rows. 2-3-2 layout is standard for Dreamliner premium economy. Complimentary meal service with premium wine selection. Separate meal and beverage service from economy. Adjustable headrests with wings for sleeping support.
What are the best seats in United Economy on ORD-MUC?
Best: Rows 35-38 are the forward economy rows, closest to the mid-cabin lavatory and away from the noisier rear. Window seats benefit from the 787 Dreamliner's larger electronically dimmable windows. Avoid: Row 57 (last row) has limited or no recline and sits right against the rear galley and lavatories. Rows 55-57 experience significant galley noise and crew traffic. Row 35 near the mid-cabin lavatory can be noisy. 9-abreast seating at 31-inch pitch is tight for long-haul flights. Complimentary meals on international routes. USB-A ports and AC outlets at every seat. The 787 Dreamliner cabin features higher humidity, lower cabin altitude, and larger windows than conventional aircraft, reducing jet lag.