Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai.
Dubai is three hours ahead of Basel, where EuroAirport Swiss is located. Dubai follows the UTC+4 timezone.
EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route, with four flights a week to choose from. You can travel from BSL to DXB at 13:10 with flydubai.
Allow plenty of time to catch your BSL to Dubai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai ticket. Start your trip at BSL and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
flydubai is a popular airline that offers direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from BSL to Dubai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
BSL is around 6 kilometres from central Basel. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BSL? If you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, data shows 76.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Dubai
R 2,111 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,911. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flights from BSL to Dubai by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from BSL to Dubai.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to DWC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BSL to Dubai flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Travel to Dubai in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Dubai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Khawr Fakkān is another standout destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without experiencing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.