How far do most flights from Basel go?

Flights from Basel typically cover a range of distances, with a notable distribution across different haul categories. In the trailing 90 days, short-haul flights constituted 48% of all routes. Medium-haul flights made up 30% of the connections, while long-haul flights accounted for 22%. This indicates that nearly half of all flights from Basel are short-distance journeys.

What are the cheapest international destinations from Basel by country?

Historically, several international destinations from Basel have offered competitive prices. Across the trailing quarter, Milan, Italy, had a median price of 44 CHF. Chișinău, Moldova, was another affordable option, with a median price of 54 CHF. Travelers could also find flights to Memmingen, Germany, for a median of 60 CHF, and Santander, Spain, for 64 CHF. Warsaw, Poland, typically had a median price of 67 CHF, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

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

Historically, February has been the most affordable month to fly from Basel, with an average price of $266. This represents a potential savings of 23% compared to the annual median average price of $344. March is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $277. These trends suggest that travelers can find more economical fares during the early spring months.

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CHF 97
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Croatia • 2026-11-16
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Flights from Basel: Overview

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Right now, the cheapest fares from Basel start at CHF 28 for a roundtrip to Palma, Majorca, Spain. You can also find cheap flights from Basel to Budapest, Hungary for CHF 28. Another economical option is a flight to Kraków, Poland, with prices beginning at CHF 29.

Travelers departing from Basel have access to a wide array of destinations, with recent fares covering 405 unique cities. Over the last 90 days, the most frequently represented countries in recent fares are Spain, accounting for 17%, followed by the United Kingdom at 10%, and Poland at 7%. This indicates strong connectivity to major European hubs and leisure destinations.

When considering direct flights from Basel, approximately 17.9% of recent fares are non-stop. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes from Basel involve at least one connection.

The most frequently discounted destination from Basel recently is Wrocław, Poland. Other popular routes include Palma, Majorca, Spain, and Barcelona, Spain, which also appear often in recent fare observations over the last 90 days.

The flight distances from Basel show a varied distribution: 48% of routes are short-haul, 30% are medium-haul, and 22% are long-haul. This mix indicates a balanced offering of both regional and international travel opportunities.

Most popular airlines from Basel

easyJet

SWISS

Air France

KLM

Lufthansa

British Airways

Turkish Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Basel soon

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Santiago de Chile

Basel (BSL) - Santiago de Chile (SCL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

CHF 1,697

CHF 863

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Nairobi

Basel (BSL) - Nairobi (NBO)

Turkish Airlines

CHF 826

CHF 541

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Santa Ana

Basel (BSL) - Santa Ana (SNA)

American Airlines

CHF 1,071

CHF 571

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Mount Kilimanjaro

Basel (BSL) - Mount Kilimanjaro (JRO)

KLM

CHF 1,081

CHF 620

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Ho Chi Minh City

Basel (BSL) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

British Airways

CHF 1,162

CHF 634

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Dallas

Basel (BSL) - Dallas (DFW)

Lufthansa

CHF 834

CHF 539

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Basel

Santiago de Chile

TOP

Chile • Jan 2027

from

CHF 713

Buenos Aires

TOP

Argentina • Jan 2027

from

CHF 755

Nairobi

TOP

Kenya • Sep 2026

from

CHF 581

Ho Chi Minh City

TOP

Vietnam • Nov 2026

from

CHF 593

Boa Vista

TOP

Cape Verde • Sep 2026

from

CHF 369

Washington, D.C.

TOP

United States • Oct 2026

from

CHF 503

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Basel

-55%

BSL - Killeen

CHF 1,625 → CHF 728

-54%

BSL - Lynchburg

CHF 1,468 → CHF 679

-37%

BSL - Montevideo

CHF 1,688 → CHF 1,061

-49%

BSL - Antigua

CHF 1,248 → CHF 634

Popular Airports from Basel

Basel airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Mon - Wed

Flights from EAP are cheapest on Mon and Wed, with fares from $16.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$15 direct / ~$28 roundtrip

Cheapest deals from EAP are available on routes to Hungary, Spain, and Poland.

✈️ Airlines to watch

easyJet, Wizz Air, Condor Flugdienst, Ryanair

Low-cost and leisure carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Basel.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is often cheapest, with prices tending to rise closer to departure.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, May, Jan

Flights from EAP tend to be cheaper in Feb, May, and Jan.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from BSL start at $16, while flights from MLH start at $19.

Basel main airports to depart from

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is ideal for travelers seeking flights to various European destinations.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 27

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR (MLH)

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR is suitable for travelers looking for convenient regional and international connections.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 31

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Zürich Airport is a premier alternative with extensive global connectivity and superior flight frequency.

📍 ~73 km from Basel (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 45

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Palma, Majorca

Spain • Sep 2026

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Morocco • Sep 2026

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Morocco • Sep 2026

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Booking Flights from Basel: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Basel have been available for under 100 CHF. Across the trailing quarter, Milan, Italy, typically had a median price of 44 CHF. Other Italian cities like Ancona, Pescara, Turin, and Verona also showed median prices of 48 CHF. Chișinău, Moldova, was another option, with a median price of 54 CHF. These prices reflect typical findings over a 90-day period.

Basel is broadly connected to a wide range of destinations. In the trailing 90 days, flights from Basel reached 405 unique cities across 69 different countries. Spain consistently represented a significant portion of these connections, accounting for 17% of the total. The United Kingdom followed with 10%, and Poland made up 7% of the country distribution, indicating a strong network of international routes.

Historically, flights from Basel have frequently served several popular destinations. Over the trailing 90 days, Wrocław in Poland was a prominent destination. Palma, Majorca, and Barcelona, both in Spain, were also among the most frequently served cities. These destinations consistently appear as popular choices for travelers departing from Basel.

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Flights from Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel

Most popular airlines from Basel

easyJet

SWISS

Air France

KLM

Lufthansa

British Airways

Turkish Airlines

Austrian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Basel soon

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Santiago de Chile

Basel (BSL) - Santiago de Chile (SCL)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

CHF 1,697

CHF 863

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Nairobi

Basel (BSL) - Nairobi (NBO)

Turkish Airlines

CHF 826

CHF 541

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Santa Ana

Basel (BSL) - Santa Ana (SNA)

American Airlines

CHF 1,071

CHF 571

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Mount Kilimanjaro

Basel (BSL) - Mount Kilimanjaro (JRO)

KLM

CHF 1,081

CHF 620

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Ho Chi Minh City

Basel (BSL) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

British Airways

CHF 1,162

CHF 634

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BSL - Dallas

Basel (BSL) - Dallas (DFW)

Lufthansa

CHF 834

CHF 539

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Basel

Santiago de Chile

TOP

Chile • Jan 2027

from

CHF 713

Buenos Aires

TOP

Argentina • Jan 2027

from

CHF 755

Nairobi

TOP

Kenya • Sep 2026

from

CHF 581

Ho Chi Minh City

TOP

Vietnam • Nov 2026

from

CHF 593

Boa Vista

TOP

Cape Verde • Sep 2026

from

CHF 369

Washington, D.C.

TOP

United States • Oct 2026

from

CHF 503

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Basel

-55%

BSL - Killeen

CHF 1,625 → CHF 728

-54%

BSL - Lynchburg

CHF 1,468 → CHF 679

-37%

BSL - Montevideo

CHF 1,688 → CHF 1,061

-49%

BSL - Antigua

CHF 1,248 → CHF 634

Popular Airports from Basel

Basel airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Mon - Wed

Flights from EAP are cheapest on Mon and Wed, with fares from $16.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$15 direct / ~$28 roundtrip

Cheapest deals from EAP are available on routes to Hungary, Spain, and Poland.

✈️ Airlines to watch

easyJet, Wizz Air, Condor Flugdienst, Ryanair

Low-cost and leisure carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Basel.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is often cheapest, with prices tending to rise closer to departure.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, May, Jan

Flights from EAP tend to be cheaper in Feb, May, and Jan.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from BSL start at $16, while flights from MLH start at $19.

Basel main airports to depart from

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

Cheapest

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is ideal for travelers seeking flights to various European destinations.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 27

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR (MLH)

Mulhouse/Basel EuroAirport French FR is suitable for travelers looking for convenient regional and international connections.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 31

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Zürich Airport is a premier alternative with extensive global connectivity and superior flight frequency.

Morocco • Sep 2026

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$765

$588

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Booking Flights from Basel: Frequently Asked Questions

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Today’s best flight deals from Basel

Flights from Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel

Most popular airlines from Basel

Last-minute flights going from Basel soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Basel

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Basel

Popular Airports from Basel

Basel airport insights

Mon - Wed

From ~$15 direct / ~$28 roundtrip

easyJet, Wizz Air, Condor Flugdienst, Ryanair

8+ months in advance

Feb, May, Jan

Compare nearby airports first

Basel main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

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Booking Flights from Basel: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest flights from Basel under 100 CHF?

How many cities is Basel connected to?

Where do most flights from Basel go?

How far do most flights from Basel go?

What are the cheapest international destinations from Basel by country?

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

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Flights from Basel: Overview

Insights for flights from Basel

Most popular airlines from Basel

Last-minute flights going from Basel soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Basel

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Basel

Popular Airports from Basel

Basel airport insights

Mon - Wed

From ~$15 direct / ~$28 roundtrip

easyJet, Wizz Air, Condor Flugdienst, Ryanair

8+ months in advance

Feb, May, Jan

Compare nearby airports first

Basel main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Basel used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Basel

Best Elite deals from Basel

Barcelona

Palma, Majorca

Amsterdam

Rabat

Casablanca

Booking Flights from Basel: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest flights from Basel under 100 CHF?

How many cities is Basel connected to?

Where do most flights from Basel go?

How far do most flights from Basel go?

What are the cheapest international destinations from Basel by country?

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

Explore More Destinations from Basel

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