Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Shannon.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SNN to BSL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. These are the top stopovers between SNN and BSL:
London Heathrow Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
55 € is the best price for a one-way Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Return flights start at 102 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SNN to BSL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
66.14% of flights leaving from Shannon Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Shannon Airport from central Shannon, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SNN:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Consider staying in a hotel near BSL if you're catching a late Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise to explore Basel and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometres from central Basel. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the most popular month to head to Basel. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Shannon Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SNN to BSL in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Basel, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.