Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
2 hours 32 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport. Porto is 1 hour behind Basel and operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport start at 06:00 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest flight is the 21:50 service with easyJet. In total, you can take your pick of 15 weekly services from BSL to OPO.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
easyJet runs direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Porto — plus maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
If you want to break up your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the BSL - OPO route include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Portugal, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BSL to OPO.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Porto Airport (OPO)
R 543 is the best price for a one-way ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport. Return flights start at R 994. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book 3 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BSL to OPO.
The cheapest month for tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from BSL to OPO every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The journey from central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss takes approximately 28 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BSL? If you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport to central Porto takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 49 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Porto. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Porto Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Porto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BSL to OPO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Porto
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Porto right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from BSL to OPO:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are attractions you won't want to skip in Porto.
Complete your Porto trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Porto Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Porto holiday.