Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your JFK to BSL flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between JFK and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
At the moment, 179 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 438 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JFK to BSL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JFK to BSL.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near JFK:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. For smaller crowds, visit Basel in January.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to BSL in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Basel, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its top attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
