Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Basel.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BSL to Tokyo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BSL to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel, BSL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near BSL. Whether you have an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
EuroAirport Swiss gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from BSL arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo flight is ج.م. 26,448. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 48,849. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BSL to Tokyo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BSL to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Snag an affordable flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
Following your BSL to Tokyo flight, unwind at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo. March is the most popular month for a trip to Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Book a EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Tokyo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, your itinerary will be busy.
Nagoya is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.