Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel is one hour ahead of Cardiff and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your CWL to BSL flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CWL and BSL include:
Faro Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Tenerife South Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is C$154. A round-trip ticket right now is C$311. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CWL to BSL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights that leave from Cardiff Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near CWL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Explore without limits with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and chase adventure across Basel and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is approximately 6 kilometres from central Basel. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff 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 more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to EuroAirport Swiss for July if you want to visit Basel during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CWL to BSL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Basel. Around 72 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
If you want to check out another great destination in Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.