Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Basel one hour ahead of Manchester.
Each week, there are nine Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, jump on the 06:10 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 20:10 with easyJet.
To ensure you catch your MAN to BSL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
EasyJet has direct flights from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Basel — and maybe even more of Switzerland if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is easyJet.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MAN and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
R 576 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. A return flight starts from R 1,240. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from MAN to BSL, reserve your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAN to BSL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 59.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you have a late Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near BSL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Basel's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to central Basel has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. For a quieter experience, travel to Basel in January.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to EuroAirport Swiss for July if you'd like to explore Basel during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to BSL in January if you like 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 discovered once you've taken in the sights of Basel. Around 72 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key highlights.
