Are there direct flights from Madrid to Basel?

Historically, direct flights from Madrid to Basel have been available, making up approximately 15.1% of all flights on this route. For flights that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This data reflects observations over a 90-day period.

How long is the flight from Madrid to Basel?

The direct flight from Madrid to Basel typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1185 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 7 hours and 45 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How often do cheap flights from Madrid to Basel come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Madrid to Basel come up with regular frequency. This route is classified as having consistent availability of deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices across the trailing quarter.

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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 1185 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick trip, though most itineraries involve connections. New deals for this route show up several times a week, providing regular opportunities to find favorable prices.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Madrid to Basel, fares are typically $163–$396, with a median of $252. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. About 10% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that deals can be found with some flexibility.

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel is typically during the winter and early spring months. December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $77. January follows closely with a median of $80, and March also offers competitive pricing at a median of $86.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.1% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect a layover as part of your journey.

A typical journey from Madrid to Basel, including connections, takes approximately 6h 15m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, so direct flight times would be shorter but are less common.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Basel

Regular price: €73 - €272

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

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Basel is typically between 73 EUR and 272 EUR. The current lowest deal is 52 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel from Nov 17 to Nov 23.

now 52 €

Low 73 €

High 272 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to EAP is December, with a median price of $77. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $311. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from 77 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 311 €

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Basel

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Basel

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Express

207 €

111 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Express

232 €

124 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Airlines

250 €

128 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Express

271 €

142 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Air Europa

271 €

150 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Air Europa

261 €

148 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

271 € → 142 €

48%

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

271 € → 150 €

45%

5 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 8

250 € → 128 €

49%

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

197 € → 77 €

61%

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 10% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months are December, January, and March

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are December ($77), January ($80), and March ($86).

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 6h 15m

Flights from Madrid to Basel typically take 6h 15m, with most routes involving one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 15.1% of recent flights from Madrid to Basel are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Madrid to Basel route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Basel appear regularly, offering opportunities for savings.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$80

Basel main airports to arrive at

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$80

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

Consider BSL as it's the same physical airport as EAP, offering identical travel time and location.

📍 ~10 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$80

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From MAD

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Dec 11

Basel, Switzerland

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$1,345

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Basel, Switzerland

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$1,316

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Basel, Switzerland

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Basel, Switzerland

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$1,334

$710

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KLM

Business Class

From MAD

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Basel, Switzerland

79% AI deal score

$1,188

$690

Save $498

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

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Nov 20

Basel, Switzerland

79% AI deal score

$1,190

$690

Save $500

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Sep 01

Basel, Switzerland

79% AI deal score

$1,436

$777

Save $659

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Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Sep 01

Basel, Switzerland

78% AI deal score

$1,298

$734

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Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Oct 10

Basel, Switzerland

78% AI deal score

$1,306

$777

Save $529

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

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Oct 10

Basel, Switzerland

77% AI deal score

$1,273

$798

Save $475

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Sep 04

Basel, Switzerland

77% AI deal score

$1,345

$848

Save $497

KLM

Business Class

From MAD

Elite

Sep 01

Basel, Switzerland

76% AI deal score

$1,264

$769

Save $495

Iberia Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

Historically, the best time to book flights from Madrid to Basel is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $111. Booking within 28-59 days of departure also offers favorable pricing, with an average of $114. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, reaching an average of $174 for bookings made 7-13 days out.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Basel is considered to be $163 or less. The median price for this route has been $252. Prices can go higher, with 75% of flights costing $396 or less. This threshold is based on pricing observed over a 90-day window.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Basel have been December, January, and March. In December, the median price was $77, while in January, it was $80. March also offered competitive pricing with a median of $86. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $252 for this route.

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Madrid to Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Basel

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Basel

Regular price: €73 - €272

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

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Basel is typically between 73 EUR and 272 EUR. The current lowest deal is 52 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel from Nov 17 to Nov 23.

now 52 €

Low 73 €

High 272 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Basel

December

Cheapest

Flights from 77 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 311 €

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Basel

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Basel

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Express

207 €

111 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Express

232 €

124 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Airlines

250 €

128 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Iberia Express

271 €

142 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Air Europa

271 €

150 €

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Basel

Madrid (MAD) - Basel (BSL)

Air Europa

261 €

148 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

271 € → 142 €

48%

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

271 € → 150 €

45%

5 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 8

250 € → 128 €

49%

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

197 € → 77 €

61%

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 10% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months are December, January, and March

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are December ($77), January ($80), and March ($86).

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 6h 15m

Flights from Madrid to Basel typically take 6h 15m, with most routes involving one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 15.1% of recent flights from Madrid to Basel are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Madrid to Basel route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Basel appear regularly, offering opportunities for savings.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$80

Basel main airports to arrive at

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$80

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

Consider BSL as it's the same physical airport as EAP, offering identical travel time and location.

Basel, Switzerland

76% AI deal score

$1,264

$769

Save $495

Iberia Airlines, +1

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

Cheapest months are December, January, and March

Connecting flights typically take 6h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

easyJet UK offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly 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

Dec 11

Dec 25

Dec 01

Dec 02

Nov 20

Nov 20

Sep 01

Sep 01

Oct 10

Oct 10

Sep 04

Sep 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

When is the best time to book flights from Madrid to Basel?

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

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

Are there direct flights from Madrid to Basel?

How long is the flight from Madrid to Basel?

How often do cheap flights from Madrid to Basel come up?

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

Cheapest months are December, January, and March

Connecting flights typically take 6h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

easyJet UK offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly 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

Dec 11

Dec 25

Dec 01

Dec 02

Nov 20

Nov 20

Sep 01

Sep 01

Oct 10

Oct 10

Sep 04

Sep 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Basel

When is the best time to book flights from Madrid to Basel?

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

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