Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport is 3 hours.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel one hour behind Athens.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to BSL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Basel (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Switzerland!). Browse the direct flights from Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to BSL flights. An exceptional 81.82% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and BSL:
Munich Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Split Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights that depart Athens International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Athens International Airport from central Athens, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
Arriving at Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
If you're landing on a late Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near BSL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Basel's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to central Basel
From Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport, Basel is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
September is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Basel in March.
Lock in your flight from Athens International Airport to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport for August if you want to go to Basel during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to BSL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Basel, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its leading sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bern is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometres south of Basel. No journey is complete without visiting Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.