Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels and Basel (where EuroAirport Swiss is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Leave enough time to catch your BSL to Brussels flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BSL to Brussels with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Basel to BSL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BSL:
81% of flights leaving EuroAirport Swiss reach their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of BSL.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Brussels
R 767 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 1,572. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BSL to Brussels. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BSL to Brussels by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find a cheap flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to BRU if you have a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to Brussels.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Once your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CRL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BSL to Brussels flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
September is the busiest month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Brussels in December.
Before locking in your EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to Brussels in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Brussels, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Atomium, Grand Place and Royal Palace of Brussels are essential stops on your Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Belgium waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a trip to Ostend will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Belgium, consider Verviers, about 113 kilometres east of Brussels. Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique are among the biggest draws.
