Find cheap flights to Basel from £39

You can get flights to Basel, Switzerland, from several airports in the UK, with the time depending on which city you depart from. For instance, you can get a flight to Basel Airport (EAP), Basel, in approximately 1h 35min if you were to depart from the capital city, London. If you live in the north of the UK, then you can get a flight from Manchester, which has a total journey time of around 1h 45min. For those that live in Scotland, there are journeys from Edinburgh to Basel which take in the region of 2 hours.

There are several airports in the UK that you can get direct flights to Basel from. For example, you can find Basel flight deals from two airports in the capital city, London. If you live in west or central London you can fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a direct journey. For those in the south of London or Southern England, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) also operates direct routes. In the northwest of England, you can get a direct flight to Basel from Manchester Airport (MAN), whilst those in Scotland can also fly directly to the Swiss city from Edinburgh Airport (EDI). There are indirect routes too, which might be more convenient for some. If you’re based in the northeast of the country, for example, you can take a flight from Newcastle Airport (NCL). This journey normally requires one stop along the way, often at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Basel is possible. If you are planning a flight to Basel, consider booking flights to Mulhouse EuroAirport (4 mi from Basel city centre).

With an average price of £45 per person, Mulhouse EuroAirport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Basel. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

The airport which is nearest to Basel SBB Railway Station is Basel EuroAirport Swiss. It is 4.0 mi away and is in Basel.

Prices for flights to Basel are refreshed on a daily basis.

As of December 2023, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights to Basel.

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Basel.

The necessary travel and health documents for your Basel trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

If you are a British citizen, then you can enter Switzerland without a visa, providing you are not staying longer than 90 days. You must also ensure that you have at least three months remaining on your passport from the day you plan to depart Switzerland.

Basel is a great city to visit, with there being loads for tourists to see and do. To make sure you don’t miss out on any of the top attractions, it’s a good idea to create an itinerary before you arrive. You can begin your trip at the Fine Arts Museum Basel, which has one of the oldest fine-art collections in the world. Then you can take some time to enjoy Basel’s Old Town, which has some impressive architecture for you to enjoy. Next up, head over to Basel Minster, which was built between the 11th and 15th centuries. If you’re travelling with your family, then you should head to Zoo Basel, where you can see a range of your favourite animals up close and personal. The Basel Paper Mill Museum is also a great attraction, which explains to visitors the history of hand-written and printed books. If you want to escape the city for a short while, then you should head to the Tierpark Lange Erlen, which has a range of native Swiss wildlife, including lynx.

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