transatlantic · 11h 05m · 9,432 km
San Francisco to Munich
2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked
In business class, Lufthansa's Allegris Business (A350-900) leads the field with a 7.7/10. In premium economy, Lufthansa's Allegris Premium Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 5.4/10.
Quick pick
Fly Lufthansa. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Lufthansa. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Lufthansa. It has a wider seat (18" vs 17") and a bigger screen (13" vs 9").
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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Data verified May 2026
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Route insights
- In business class, Lufthansa's Allegris Business (A350-900) leads the field with a 7.7/10.
- In premium economy, Lufthansa's Allegris Premium Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 5.4/10.
- In economy, Lufthansa's Allegris Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 4.7/10.
- Lufthansa is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 8.5/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: United or Lufthansa on SFO-MUC?
In business, Allegris Business on Lufthansa's A350-900 scores 7.7/10 compared to Polaris on United Airlines's 777-300ER at 6.5/10, a clear advantage. Lufthansa wins on legroom, seat width, bed length. The key difference is ac usb vs all.
Which is better in premium economy: United or Lufthansa on SFO-MUC?
In premium economy, Allegris Premium Economy on Lufthansa's A350-900 scores 5.4/10 compared to Premium Plus on United Airlines's 777-300ER at 4.5/10, a narrow edge. Lufthansa wins on legroom, entertainment, power, while United Airlines leads in seat width. The key difference is ac usb vs all.
Which is better in economy: United or Lufthansa on SFO-MUC?
In economy, Allegris Economy on Lufthansa's A350-900 scores 4.7/10 compared to Economy on United Airlines's 777-300ER at 3.5/10, a clear advantage. Lufthansa wins on seat width, entertainment, power. The key difference is 17" wide vs 18" wide.
What are the best seats in United Polaris on SFO-MUC?
Best: Odd-row window seats for maximum privacy. Avoid: Row 9 center pair can be noisy near galley. UA flagship widebody. 60 Polaris seats — largest Polaris cabin. Same Safran Optima as 787-9/787-10. 16-inch IFE. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid).
What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on SFO-MUC?
Best: Window pairs for 2 across. Avoid: Center inner seats in the 4-section. 2-4-2 premium economy. 13.3-inch IFE. Enhanced meals with alcohol.
What are the best seats in United Economy on SFO-MUC?
Best: Economy Plus rows for extra pitch. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories. 3-4-3 economy (wider cabin than 787). Economy Plus available. 9-inch IFE.
What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris First Suite on SFO-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 SFO-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 SFO-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 SFO-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.