Flying from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Venice and Basel share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from VCE to BSL start at 07:00 — the first with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 19:55 with easyJet. In total, you can take your pick of four weekly Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights.
To ensure you get on your VCE to BSL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Basel (and then discovering more of Switzerland!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Most passengers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
At the moment, R 445 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,033. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from VCE to BSL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from VCE to BSL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
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 Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
75.29% of flights taking off from Venice Marco Polo Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Venice Marco Polo Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Venice. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to VCE:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're getting in on a late Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BSL:
Follow your own route with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and find adventure across Basel and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the centre of Basel has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The quietest month for a flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Basel based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from VCE to BSL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you should also see. Around 72 kilometres east of Basel, a visit to Zurich will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
