Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice.
Each week, there are ten Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights. If you'd like to jet off early, take the 07:45 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:15 with easyJet.
To ensure you get on your NCE to BSL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
EasyJet has direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Basel — and maybe even more of Switzerland if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. These are the most popular stopovers between NCE and BSL:
Frankfurt Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Currently, 36 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. The best price for a return ticket is 61 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book ten months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NCE to BSL.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur 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 airfares for each month.
Finding cheap flights from NCE to BSL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cote D'Azur Airport, data shows 74.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Nice to Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near NCE:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're landing on a late Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near BSL:
Hit the road running by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Basel's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks before your travel date.
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.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the busiest month to head to Basel. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NCE to BSL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bern is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometres south of Basel. No trip is complete without seeing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
