Flying from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss.
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), with 44 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to BSL is the 07:00 Lufthansa service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:40 with Lufthansa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to BSL.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport with Lufthansa. This well-known airline offers services from FRA.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Frankfurt to BSL that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FRA and BSL include:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
FRA is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Looking to fly out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)? You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) out of this popular hub.
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to BSL are offered by Lufthansa.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and BSL:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to BSL? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Basel. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 14 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport from RM358 or travel return from just RM770. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
9 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Frankfurt to BSL.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport if you plan your holiday for June. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to BSL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price drops.
Personalise your trip with filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Basel. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt to BSL for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Basel to range from 10ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Basel
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Basel right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss Airport:
Basel Minster and Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Basel to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rhine River Cruises.
Complete your Basel trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to EuroAirport Swiss, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Basel. Explore the offers and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.