Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel two hours behind Istanbul.
Every week, there are 18 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 07:30 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 15:50 with Turkish Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your IST to BSL flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Basel (and then exploring more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Turkish Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between IST and BSL:
Pristina International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
48 € is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. A return flight starts from 117 €. These prices may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to BSL, book your journey one month before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IST to BSL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Consider booking a hotel near BSL if you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Basel and beyond.
Reserving your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
From EuroAirport Swiss, Basel is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Basel based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to BSL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Basel, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Travel around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its popular sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.