Flying from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) taking off from here.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss flight.
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour behind Bucharest.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) is the busiest route, with 9 direct services every week. Travel from OTP to BSL on Wizz Air Malta's 5:30am departure.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to BSL, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can take a direct flight from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) out of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
You'll find a direct flight from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss with Wizz Air Malta. This top airline operates services from OTP.
The most frequently booked airline between OTP and BSL is Wizz Air Malta.
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.27% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you have a late flight from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BSL:
Begin your adventure by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Basel's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
The centre of Basel is roughly 6 kilometres from EuroAirport Swiss. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
ج.م. 1,550 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss. A return flight starts at ج.م. 2,815. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bucharest to BSL.
The best month for picking up cheap Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is when most people book flights from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL). Visit Basel in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 29ºC. Book your Bucharest to BSL flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 8ºC.
More about Basel
Start your Basel trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to EuroAirport Swiss, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster are essential stops on your Basel itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Basel. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Lugano is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Basel. No trip is complete without visiting Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
