Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be travelling for around 50 minutes.
Basel (the location of EuroAirport Swiss Airport) and Frankfurt share the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 44 flights a week between the two airports, EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 06:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from BSL to FRA is with Lufthansa at 19:00.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from BSL to Frankfurt. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt that touches down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa. This airline operates direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from BSL to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
You can visit Germany for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Switzerland. But before reserving your cheap tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
BSL is about 6 kilometres from central Basel. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 28 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near BSL. Whether you've booked an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to Frankfurt
Rs18,163 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs47,564. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BSL to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month for tickets from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt is July. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours and 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from BSL to Frankfurt:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt. July is the busiest month to travel to Frankfurt. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Frankfurt for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BSL to Frankfurt in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
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