Flying from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Tokyo. Explore your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when reserving your flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL).
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 8 hours behind Tokyo.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tokyo to BSL.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Tokyo to BSL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport (HND). Take a break from traveling at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From the center of Tokyo, HND is approximately 16 kilometers away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss, browse these options when taking off from Narita International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to NRT from central Tokyo in around 58 minutes. The airport is approximately 64 kilometers away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Tokyo to BSL? Check in to a hotel near Narita International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Consider booking a hotel close to BSL if you're catching a late flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to central Basel
From EuroAirport Swiss Airport, Basel is approximately 6 kilometers away. It takes around 14 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes roughly 28 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport is $324. The cheapest price for a return flight is $813. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Tokyo to BSL. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy more options for departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Tokyo to BSL.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Basel in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Tokyo to BSL in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Basel
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Basel right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are leading attractions which should be on any good Basel itinerary.
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