Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt is 50 minutes.
Basel (the location of EuroAirport Swiss) and Frankfurt are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 32 weekly flights between the two airports, EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Air Dolomiti operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from BSL to FRA is with Lufthansa at 19:10.
Allow plenty of time to catch your BSL to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at BSL and travel nonstop to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That will be your arrival point when searching for EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt tickets.
Lufthansa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BSL to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel, BSL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BSL:
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, data shows 76.48% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Frankfurt
The best price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt flight is R 1,128. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,259. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BSL to Frankfurt.
July is the best month for landing an awesome deal on EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt 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.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from BSL to Frankfurt.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Frankfurt and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BSL to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 40 minutes.
After stepping off your BSL to Frankfurt flight, unwind at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Score the best price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Visit Frankfurt in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BSL to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Frankfurt, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are top sights which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.