Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel one hour ahead of London.
Flights from LGW to BSL start from 07:00 — the first with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 20:45 with easyJet. In total, you can take your pick of 83 weekly London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights.
To ensure you get on your LGW to BSL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Basel — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LGW and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is 36 €. A return ticket right now is 57 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from LGW to BSL by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LGW to BSL.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BSL:
Travel at your own pace with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Basel and beyond.
Reserving your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to central Basel has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the busiest month to head to Basel. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to BSL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Basel, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometres east to Zurich to check off its leading attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.
