Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel one hour ahead of Porto.
Choose from 15 weekly Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flights. The 06:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 20:00.
To ensure you catch your OPO to BSL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Basel (and perhaps some other great corners of Switzerland!). Check out the direct flights from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss offered by this carrier.
EasyJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between OPO and BSL include:
Bordeaux Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
22 € is the lowest price for a one-way Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. A return flight starts from 47 €. These fares may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from OPO to BSL by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from OPO to BSL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to Porto Airport's on-time performance, 74.49% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Porto Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Porto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to OPO:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're arriving on a late Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BSL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Basel and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the centre of Basel has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Porto Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To escape the crowds, go to Basel in January.
When reserving your flight from Porto 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 OPO 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
You've visited Basel, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its top sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometres south of Basel. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.