Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Heraklion.
Give yourself enough time to catch your HER to BSL flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. 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 exploring Basel (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Switzerland!). Browse the direct flights from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. These are the top stopovers between HER and BSL:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is ر.ق. 148. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 362. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from HER to BSL by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HER to BSL.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HER make it to their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near HER? If you're catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Basel and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to central Basel has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the most popular month to head to Basel. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Heraklion Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HER to BSL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Basel, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Travel around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to tick off its top sights. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among its highlights.
