Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel is one hour ahead of London and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your LCY to BSL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LCY and BSL:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
118 € is the lowest price for a one-way London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. A return flight starts at 203 €. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LCY to BSL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
74.57% of flights taking off from London City Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach London City Airport from central London, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LCY:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks before your departure date.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Basel based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from London City Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCY to BSL in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you should also see. About 72 kilometres east of Basel, a trip to Zurich will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometres south of Basel. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
