Flying from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
Take a direct flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 42 minutes.
Basel (where EuroAirport Swiss is located) and Rome share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) is the most popular route. There are 47 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with easyJet at 21:50. Go for the first FCO to BSL departure with Wizz Air Malta at 06:00 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to BSL, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This well-known airline operates services from FCO.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Rome to BSL that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FCO and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
From central Rome, FCO is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Prefer to leave from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? You can reserve a direct flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) out of this popular hub.
From CIA, direct flights from Rome to BSL can be booked with easyJet.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and BSL:
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to BSL:
About EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BSL:
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 14 minutes.
It typically takes 28 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport from ₹ 3,093 or travel return from just ₹ 5,521. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Rome to BSL.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport if you travel in July. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Basel. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Rome to BSL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Basel
Start your Basel trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to EuroAirport Swiss Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Basel is to check out its most popular attractions. Essential stops include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
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