Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Basel.
Take your pick of 23 weekly EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with British Airways is the earliest flight available. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 19:55.
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 on time to board your BSL to LHR flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
British Airways offers direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
British Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 66.37% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering BSL to LHR flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BSL and LHR include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
48 € is the lowest price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts from 103 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from BSL to LHR, book your journey two months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BSL to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to EuroAirport Swiss from central Basel, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BSL:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you have a late EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to London Heathrow Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BSL to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.