Flying from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel one hour behind Thessaloniki.
Leave plenty of time to make your SKG to BSL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Basel — and maybe even more of Switzerland if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is easyJet.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SKG and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Currently, ر.ق. 156 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 302. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from SKG to BSL by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SKG to BSL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Thessaloniki International Airport, 79.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SKG:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Consider booking a hotel near BSL if you're taking a late Thessaloniki International 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 your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Basel and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To avoid the crowds, travel to Basel in January.
When reserving your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SKG to BSL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Basel. Around 72 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
