Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Skopje.
To ensure you catch your SKP to BSL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. These are the most popular stopovers between SKP and BSL:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is 32 €. A round-trip fare right now is 90 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SKP to BSL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SKP to BSL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Skopje International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SKP make it to their destination as scheduled 85.19% of the time.
Central Skopje to Skopje International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SKP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Reserve a hotel near BSL if you're taking a late Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Basel and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the busiest month to visit Basel. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Skopje International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SKP to BSL in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Basel, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its top sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Switzerland, consider Bern, about 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key highlights.