Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Marseille and Basel follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
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 MRS to BSL flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MRS and BSL:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is 47 €. A return ticket right now is 135 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MRS to BSL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
73.25% of flights that leave from Marseille Provence Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Marseille Provence Airport from central Marseille, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MRS:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and discover Basel and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometres from central Basel. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To avoid the crowds, head to Basel in January.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MRS to BSL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Basel. Around 72 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Switzerland, consider Bern, about 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.
