Can I fly direct from Basel to Frankfurt?

Direct flights from Basel to Frankfurt are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, about 13.7% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, the median number of stopovers was typically one. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

What's the flight time from Basel to Frankfurt?

The median direct flight time from Basel to Frankfurt is approximately 1 hour and 0 minutes. This route covers a distance of 281 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to about 6 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How much do direct flights from Basel to Frankfurt cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Basel to Frankfurt tend to be more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $366, representing a 54% premium over connecting flights. Connecting flights had a median price of $237. Direct flights accounted for approximately 14.1% of all observed flights over a 90-day period.

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Basel to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel to Frankfurt

When looking for cheap flights from Basel to Frankfurt, you'll find that January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $140. Other relatively inexpensive months include July, with a median fare of $231, and June, where the median fare is $236. These figures can help you plan your travel to secure better prices.

Fares for flights from Basel to Frankfurt typically range from $189 to $284, with a median price of $232. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 38% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals appear regularly for this route.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 13.7% of recent fares being direct flights from Basel to Frankfurt. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Basel to Frankfurt, including connections, takes about 7h 25m. This duration reflects the common need for connecting flights on this route, as most itineraries are not direct. When planning your trip, factor in this total travel time.

The distance between Basel and Frankfurt is approximately 281 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively brief journey, though the typical flight time includes connections.

How much is a round trip from Basel to Frankfurt

Regular price: CHF 173 - CHF 362

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

The regular price range for flights from Basel to Frankfurt is between 173 CHF and 362 CHF. The current lowest deal is 82 CHF with Wizz Air, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 27.

now CHF 82

Low CHF 173

High CHF 362

The cheapest time to fly from Basel to Frankfurt

Flights from EAP to FRA are generally lower from January to July. The cheapest month to fly is January, with a median price of $140. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $305.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 140

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 305

Jan

Mar

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Jul

Direct flights from Basel to Frankfurt

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Basel to Frankfurt

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Frankfurt

Basel (BSL) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

CHF 275

CHF 207

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Frankfurt

Basel (BSL) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

CHF 298

CHF 219

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Frankfurt

Basel (BSL) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Aero Services Executive

CHF 202

CHF 156

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Frankfurt

Basel (BSL) - Frankfurt (HHN)

easyJet UK

CHF 251

CHF 184

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Frankfurt

Basel (BSL) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Air France

CHF 233

CHF 199

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Frankfurt

Basel (BSL) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Ryanair

CHF 233

CHF 164

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 14 - Sep 15

CHF 238 → CHF 81

66%

1 night

Sep 29 - Sep 30

CHF 236 → CHF 82

65%

7 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 14

CHF 230 → CHF 77

67%

1 night

Oct 13 - Oct 14

CHF 238 → CHF 87

63%

Popular Airports to fly from Basel to Frankfurt

Basel - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Basel to Frankfurt are below the typical level, with a median price of $232.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $140

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Basel to Frankfurt, with median prices at $140.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 25m

Connecting flights from Basel to Frankfurt typically take 7 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 86.3% of recent fares from Basel to Frankfurt.

🏆 Airline highlight

Wizz Air offers a deal for $82

Wizz Air has offered a recent deal from Basel to Frankfurt for $82 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Basel to Frankfurt appear regularly, so check frequently for good prices.

Basel main airports to depart from

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a good option for flights from Basel to Frankfurt.

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

💸 Flights from ~$136

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Basel to Frankfurt.

📍 ~10 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$110

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cologne Bonn Airport offers excellent high-speed rail connections, making it a strong alternative to Frankfurt.

📍 ~150 km from Frankfurt (reachable by high-speed rail or car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Basel to Frankfurt is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $245. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices around $281, while booking 28-59 days out had an average price of $288. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Based on historical data over a 90-day period, a good price for a flight from Basel to Frankfurt is considered to be $189 or less. The median price for this route was $232. Approximately 25% of observed prices were at or below $189, while 75% of prices were at or below $284.

Historically, January has offered the cheapest flights from Basel to Frankfurt, with a median price of $140. Other relatively affordable months include July, with a median price of $231. The most expensive month observed across the trailing quarter was June, which had a median price of $236. The annual median price for this route was $232.

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Basel to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Basel to Frankfurt

Regular price: CHF 173 - CHF 362

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

The regular price range for flights from Basel to Frankfurt is between 173 CHF and 362 CHF. The current lowest deal is 82 CHF with Wizz Air, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 27.

now CHF 82

Low CHF 173

High CHF 362

The cheapest time to fly from Basel to Frankfurt

Flights from EAP to FRA are generally lower from January to July. The cheapest month to fly is January, with a median price of $140. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $305.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 140

May

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 305

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul