Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel is five hours ahead of Orlando and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MCO to BSL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. These are the top stopovers between MCO and BSL:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Currently, R 5,837 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,540. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCO to BSL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCO to BSL.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orlando International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MCO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you have a late Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BSL:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
From EuroAirport Swiss, Basel is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. For a quieter experience, go to Basel in January.
Before locking in your flight from Orlando International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCO to BSL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen Basel. Around 72 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Bern is another standout destination in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometres south of Basel. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
