Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Bilbao and Basel are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your BIO to BSL flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BIO and BSL include:
Santiago de Compostela Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is R 522. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,145. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BIO to BSL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BIO to BSL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
82.76% of flights departing from Bilbao Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from BIO.
To reach Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it takes about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BIO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Follow your own route with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and discover more of Basel and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks in advance.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the centre of Basel has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the busiest month to head to Basel. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Bilbao Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BIO to BSL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Basel, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its popular sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key reasons to visit.
