Traveling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 6 hours ahead of Basel, where EuroAirport Swiss Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BSL to Bangkok. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to plan a flight from BSL to Bangkok with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from Switzerland, you'll need an e-visa to visit Thailand. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're traveling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
Traveling from central Basel to BSL takes around 28 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometers in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your vacation? Stay near BSL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to Bangkok
$273 is the best price for a one-way ticket from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok. A return flight starts from $582. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BSL to Bangkok if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up 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 time checking for cheap tickets from BSL to Bangkok every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometers from central Bangkok. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The center of Bangkok is located around 27 kilometers from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from BSL to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok. July is the most popular month to travel to Bangkok. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from EuroAirport Swiss Airport to Bangkok, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BSL to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need on car rentals in Bangkok, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.