Can I fly direct from Basel to Amsterdam?

Yes, direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam are available. Historically, approximately 31.6% of all flights on this route have been direct. For travelers who prefer not to fly direct, connecting flights are also an option. When a connection is made, the median number of stopovers is typically one.

How long is the flight from Basel to Amsterdam?

The direct flight from Basel to Amsterdam typically takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. This duration covers an estimated distance of 559 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 7 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Basel to Amsterdam flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from Basel to Amsterdam are frequent. This route is characterized by regular changes in pricing, making it beneficial to monitor fares. Setting a price alert can help travelers track these changes and potentially secure a better deal. This approach allows you to be notified when prices drop, optimizing your chances of finding a good value.

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Basel to Amsterdam: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

A typical journey from Basel to Amsterdam takes about 6h 55m, including connections. This reflects the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Basel to Amsterdam, understanding that connections are common is key to planning.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Basel to Amsterdam, October stands out with a median fare of $104. Following closely, September offers a median of $111, and January presents a median of $116. These months typically offer more budget-friendly options for this route.

Fares for flights from Basel to Amsterdam typically range from $155–$329, with a median of $218. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals requires some flexibility.

Most itineraries from Basel to Amsterdam connect at least once, with only 31.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you'll frequently find options that include a layover rather than a direct journey.

The route from Basel to Amsterdam covers a distance of 559 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This distance typically translates to shorter travel times compared to medium or long-haul routes, even with connections.

How much is a round trip from Basel to Amsterdam

Regular price: CHF 246 - CHF 331

Prices for flights from Basel to Amsterdam are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Basel to Amsterdam is CHF246-CHF331. The current lowest deal is CHF129 with Ryanair for travel from Sep 24-Sep 26.

now CHF 129

Low CHF 246

High CHF 331

The cheapest time to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

The cheapest month to fly from EAP to AMS is October, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $312. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 104

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 312

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Basel to Amsterdam

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Lufthansa

CHF 487

CHF 264

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air France

CHF 445

CHF 264

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Lufthansa

CHF 487

CHF 261

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air France

CHF 479

CHF 265

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Lufthansa

CHF 482

CHF 274

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Austrian Airlines

CHF 487

CHF 261

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

3 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 7

CHF 396 → CHF 235

41%

1 night

Sep 5 - Sep 6

CHF 383 → CHF 225

41%

2 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 8

CHF 373 → CHF 219

41%

1 night

Sep 6 - Sep 7

CHF 374 → CHF 220

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Basel to Amsterdam are below the typical level at $129.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for prices around $104

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Basel to Amsterdam is October, with a median price of $104.

⏱️ Flight duration

Total flight time is 6h 55m

The median flight duration from Basel to Amsterdam is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 68.4% of routes, typically with 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

KLM offers direct flights

KLM is an airline that offers direct flights on the Basel to Amsterdam route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Basel to Amsterdam appear frequently, so check often.

Basel main airports to depart from

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a good choice for flights from Basel to Amsterdam.

📍 ~7 km from Basel (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR (MLH)

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR is an alternative for flights from Basel to Amsterdam.

📍 ~7 km from Basel (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$332

Amsterdam main airports to arrive at

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a key arrival airport for flights from Basel to Amsterdam, offering good value.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Airports nearby Amsterdam used as alternative

Rotterdam The Hague (RTM)

Rotterdam The Hague is the closest alternative airport to Amsterdam, offering fast security and check-in.

📍 ~58 km from Amsterdam (reachable by rail and road)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 179

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Amsterdam

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Basel to Amsterdam are found when booking 60 or more days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, prices for flights booked within this window averaged $182. In contrast, booking within 7-13 days of departure typically saw average prices around $269, and flights booked 0-6 days out averaged $339. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to significant savings on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Basel to Amsterdam is considered to be $155 or less. The median price for this route across the same period was $218. Prices tend to increase significantly, with 75% of deals observed being $329 or higher. Aiming for a price at or below $155 can help secure a cost-effective journey.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Basel to Amsterdam include October, with a median price of $104, and September, with a median price of $111. January also shows a relatively low median price of $116. The annual median price for this route is $218, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these periods.

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Basel to Amsterdam: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

How much is a round trip from Basel to Amsterdam

Regular price: CHF 246 - CHF 331

Prices for flights from Basel to Amsterdam are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Basel to Amsterdam is CHF246-CHF331. The current lowest deal is CHF129 with Ryanair for travel from Sep 24-Sep 26.

now CHF 129

Low CHF 246

High CHF 331

The cheapest time to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

The cheapest month to fly from EAP to AMS is October, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $312. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 104

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 312

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Basel to Amsterdam

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Lufthansa

CHF 487

CHF 264

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air France

CHF 445

CHF 264

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Lufthansa

CHF 487

CHF 261

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air France

CHF 479

CHF 265

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Lufthansa

CHF 482

CHF 274

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Amsterdam

Basel (BSL) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Austrian Airlines

CHF 487

CHF 261

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

3 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 7

CHF 396 → CHF 235

41%

1 night

Sep 5 - Sep 6

CHF 383 → CHF 225

41%

2 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 8

CHF 373 → CHF 219

41%

1 night

Sep 6 - Sep 7

CHF 374 → CHF 220

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Basel to Amsterdam are below the typical level at $129.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for prices around $104

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Basel to Amsterdam is October, with a median price of $104.

⏱️ Flight duration

Total flight time is 6h 55m

The median flight duration from Basel to Amsterdam is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 68.4% of routes, typically with 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

KLM offers direct flights

KLM is an airline that offers direct flights on the Basel to Amsterdam route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Basel to Amsterdam appear frequently, so check often.

Basel main airports to depart from

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a good choice for flights from Basel to Amsterdam.

📍 ~7 km from Basel (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR (MLH)

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR is an alternative for flights from Basel to Amsterdam.

📍 ~7 km from Basel (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$332

Amsterdam main airports to arrive at

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a key arrival airport for flights from Basel to Amsterdam, offering good value.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Airports nearby Amsterdam used as alternative

Rotterdam The Hague (RTM)

Rotterdam The Hague is the closest alternative airport to Amsterdam, offering fast security and check-in.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

76% AI deal score

$802

$553

Save $249

KLM

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Amsterdam

Cheap Flights from Basel to Amsterdam

Today’s best flight deals from Basel to Amsterdam

Basel to Amsterdam: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

How much is a round trip from Basel to Amsterdam

The cheapest time to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

Direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam

Last-minute flights going from Basel to Amsterdam

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

Popular Airports to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for prices around $104

Total flight time is 6h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

KLM offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Basel main airports to depart from

Amsterdam main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Amsterdam used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Amsterdam

Best Elite deals to Amsterdam

Sep 12

Sep 16

Jan 08

Dec 05

Sep 16

Dec 02

Oct 10

Oct 24

Oct 14

Oct 20

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Amsterdam

How far in advance should I book a flight from Basel to Amsterdam?

What is a good price for a flight from Basel to Amsterdam?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Basel to Amsterdam?

Can I fly direct from Basel to Amsterdam?

How long is the flight from Basel to Amsterdam?

Should I set a price alert for Basel to Amsterdam flights?

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Flights to Amsterdam from other cities

Basel to Amsterdam: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

How much is a round trip from Basel to Amsterdam

The cheapest time to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

Direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam

Last-minute flights going from Basel to Amsterdam

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Basel to Amsterdam

Popular Airports to fly from Basel to Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for prices around $104

Total flight time is 6h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

KLM offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Basel main airports to depart from

Amsterdam main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Amsterdam used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Amsterdam

Best Elite deals to Amsterdam

Sep 12

Sep 16

Jan 08

Dec 05

Sep 16

Dec 02

Oct 10

Oct 24

Oct 14

Oct 20

Jan 29

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Amsterdam

How far in advance should I book a flight from Basel to Amsterdam?

What is a good price for a flight from Basel to Amsterdam?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Basel to Amsterdam?