Flying from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
Basel is seven hours ahead of Houston. EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Houston to BSL. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Houston to BSL departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Houston to BSL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Have a late flight from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near BSL and turn out the lights sooner:
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Houston to EuroAirport Swiss flight.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
Central Basel is around 6 kilometres from EuroAirport Swiss. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Rs88,743 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss. A return flight starts at Rs196,096. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to BSL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Basel. September is when most people book flights from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Houston to BSL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Basel
Start your Basel trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to EuroAirport Swiss, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz are must-do's during your Basel adventure.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Basel, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Journey around 137 kilometres southwest to Lausanne to tick off its must-visit sights. From Olympic Park to The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Switzerland, consider Lugano, roughly 209 kilometres southeast of Basel. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are key reasons to visit.