Flying from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL).
The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to BSL.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to BSL departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to BSL flight:
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near BSL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Pick up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is around 6 kilometres from central Basel. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
322 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss. A return flight starts at 772 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BSL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Los Angeles to BSL.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Basel. August is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to BSL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Basel
Start your Basel trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to EuroAirport Swiss, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster are must-do's during your Basel adventure.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Basel. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
If you want to check out another major stop in Switzerland, head for Lugano, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Basel. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano are among the biggest draws.
