Travelling from New York to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of New York. EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel.
Your flight from New York to BSL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from New York to BSL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JFK and BSL include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
JFK is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to EuroAirport Swiss or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to EuroAirport Swiss. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and BSL:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to BSL flight:
71% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Whether just for an hour or two or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little less stressful. When flying out of New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you can book a plane ticket from New York to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) with a stop at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 55 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to EuroAirport Swiss flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
The street address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to EuroAirport Swiss. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to EuroAirport Swiss flight.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
The centre of Basel is roughly 6 kilometres from EuroAirport Swiss. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to EuroAirport Swiss is R 3,787. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,105. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to BSL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable New York to EuroAirport Swiss tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from New York to BSL.
Find a cheap flight from New York to EuroAirport Swiss by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from New York to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL). September is the busiest month to travel to Basel. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in May.
When booking your New York to BSL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to EuroAirport Swiss in January when temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Basel
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Basel right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from New York to EuroAirport Swiss:
Your visit to Basel should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Basel, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Journey about 137 kilometres southwest to Lausanne to tick off its leading sights. From Olympic Park to The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Switzerland, head for Lugano, about 209 kilometres southeast of Basel. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are key reasons to visit.
