Are direct flights from Madrid to Basel always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Madrid to Basel flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Madrid to Basel flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Madrid to Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Basel

The journey from Madrid to Basel covers a distance of 1,185 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Madrid to Basel are below the typical level, with only 7% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel, November and February stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $84. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $205.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Madrid to Basel, including connections, takes approximately 11 hours and 5 minutes. For the direct flights from Madrid to Basel, the median flight time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Basel

Regular price: €72 - €221

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Basel is 72 EUR to 221 EUR. The current lowest deal is 52 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel from Feb 8-Feb 24.

now 52 €

Low 72 €

High 221 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to EAP is February, with a median price of $84. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $396. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 84 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 396 €

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Basel

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Basel

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

174 €

89 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

174 €

94 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

174 €

91 €

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

easyJet UK

203 €

110 €

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

207 €

106 €

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

207 €

106 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 16

204 € → 82 €

60%

1 night

Dec 17 - Dec 18

205 € → 91 €

56%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

198 € → 88 €

55%

6 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 15

194 € → 85 €

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Basel

Madrid - Basel route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Madrid to Basel are below the typical level, with deals around $52.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November or February for the best prices

Historically, November and February offer the lowest median prices at $84 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The typical direct flight duration from Madrid to Basel is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 15.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK has offered direct flights on the Madrid to Basel route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Basel are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Basel.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€53

Basel main airports to arrive at

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a convenient arrival option for flights to Basel.

📍 ~7 km from Basel (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€69

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Zürich Airport is a premier alternative with extensive global connectivity and excellent direct rail connections to Basel.

📍 ~75 km from Basel (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~€93

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Basel

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From MAD

Elite

Nov 10

Basel, Switzerland

80% AI deal score

$1,106

$611

Save $495

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Nov 10

Basel, Switzerland

80% AI deal score

$1,102

$611

Save $491

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Nov 10

Basel, Switzerland

80% AI deal score

$1,106

$611

Save $495

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Dec 13

Basel, Switzerland

79% AI deal score

$1,279

$725

Save $554

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Oct 29

Basel, Switzerland

79% AI deal score

$1,323

$772

Save $551

Air France

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Dec 07

Basel, Switzerland

78% AI deal score

$1,160

$705

Save $455

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Dec 07

Basel, Switzerland

78% AI deal score

$1,160

$705

Save $455

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Dec 07

Basel, Switzerland

78% AI deal score

$1,165

$705

Save $460

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Dec 07

Basel, Switzerland

78% AI deal score

$1,160

$705

Save $455

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Feb 04

Basel, Switzerland

77% AI deal score

$1,017

$682

Save $335

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Dec 16

Basel, Switzerland

77% AI deal score

$1,207

$763

Save $444

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Nov 20

Basel, Switzerland

77% AI deal score

$1,167

$763

Save $404

KLM

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices can fluctuate, so consistent checking is often beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover additional flight options or more competitive pricing. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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Madrid to Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Basel

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Basel

Regular price: €72 - €221

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Basel is 72 EUR to 221 EUR. The current lowest deal is 52 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel from Feb 8-Feb 24.

now 52 €

Low 72 €

High 221 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel

February

Cheapest

Flights from 84 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 396 €

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Basel

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Basel

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

174 €

89 €

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

174 €

94 €

One-way

Fri, Nov 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

174 €

91 €

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

easyJet UK

203 €

110 €

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

207 €

106 €

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Ryanair

207 €

106 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 16

204 € → 82 €

60%

1 night

Dec 17 - Dec 18

205 € → 91 €

56%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

198 € → 88 €

55%

6 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 15

194 € → 85 €

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Basel

Madrid - Basel route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Madrid to Basel are below the typical level, with deals around $52.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November or February for the best prices

Historically, November and February offer the lowest median prices at $84 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The typical direct flight duration from Madrid to Basel is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 15.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK has offered direct flights on the Madrid to Basel route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Basel are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Basel.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€53

Basel main airports to arrive at

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a convenient arrival option for flights to Basel.

📍 ~7 km from Basel (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€69

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Zürich Airport is a premier alternative with extensive global connectivity and excellent direct rail connections to Basel.

Basel, Switzerland

77% AI deal score

$1,167

$763

Save $404

KLM

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

Cheap Flights from Madrid to Basel

Today’s best flight deals from Madrid to Basel

Madrid to Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Basel

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Basel

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel

Direct flights from Madrid to Basel

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Basel

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

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Basel

Madrid - Basel route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November or February for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 15m

Connecting flights are more common

easyJet UK offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Madrid main airports to depart from

Basel main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Basel

Best Elite deals to Basel

Nov 10

Nov 10

Nov 10

Dec 13

Oct 29

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 07

Feb 04

Dec 16

Nov 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

How can I find cheap flights from Madrid to Basel?

When should I book flights from Madrid to Basel?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Madrid to Basel?

Are direct flights from Madrid to Basel always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Madrid to Basel flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Madrid to Basel flights?

Related routes

More routes from Madrid

Flights to Basel from other cities

Madrid to Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Basel

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Basel

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel

Direct flights from Madrid to Basel

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Basel

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

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Basel

Madrid - Basel route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November or February for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 15m

Connecting flights are more common

easyJet UK offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Madrid main airports to depart from

Basel main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Basel

Best Elite deals to Basel

Nov 10

Nov 10

Nov 10

Dec 13

Oct 29

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 07

Feb 04

Dec 16

Nov 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

How can I find cheap flights from Madrid to Basel?

When should I book flights from Madrid to Basel?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Madrid to Basel?