Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Algiers.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ALG to BSL flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALG and BSL:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is $47. A return plane ticket right now is $214. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ALG to BSL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
To get to Houari Boumediene Airport from central Algiers, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ALG. Whether you have an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're getting in on a late Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BSL:
Hit the road running by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Basel's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the center of Basel has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To avoid the crowds, go to Basel in January.
When reserving your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALG to BSL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometers east of Basel, a visit to Zurich will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometers south of Basel, Bern is another favorite stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
