Flying from London to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Hop on a direct flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Basel is 1 hour ahead of London. EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), with 83 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to BSL is the 06:05 Ryanair UK Ltd service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:45 with easyJet.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from London to BSL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) operate out of this terminal.
When jetting out of LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport with British Airways.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to BSL leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central London to LHR is around 31 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)? Browse the fares leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can pick from a variety of airlines that have direct flights from London to BSL departing from LGW. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
Break up your flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and BSL are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to BSL:
About EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BSL:
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss Airport to central Basel takes around 14 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport is P967. The cheapest price for a return flight is P2,061. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from London to BSL if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from London to BSL.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Basel in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from London to BSL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to EuroAirport Swiss Airport in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 8ºC.
More about Basel
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