Flying from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) heading out from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to BSL.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Glasgow to BSL with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between GLA and BSL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss, here's where you can stop when taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Glasgow to BSL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BSL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Basel's main sights.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometres from central Basel. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Right now, Rs18,426 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs43,935. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to BSL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from Glasgow to BSL.
Save money on your flight from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Basel. August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Glasgow to BSL flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Basel
After booking your flight from Glasgow to EuroAirport Swiss, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Basel:
Your Basel trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you should also see. Around 137 kilometres south-west of Basel, a trip to Lausanne will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Basel, Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience major highlights starting with Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
