Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel is one hour ahead of Glasgow and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your GLA to BSL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GLA and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is R 1,314. A round-trip ticket is currently R 2,768. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GLA to BSL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from GLA to BSL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near GLA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Consider booking a hotel near BSL if you have a late Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and see more of Basel and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
From EuroAirport Swiss, Basel is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To avoid the crowds, travel to Basel in January.
When booking your flight from Glasgow International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GLA to BSL in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres east of Basel, a visit to Zurich will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
