Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel one hour behind Beirut.
To ensure you catch your BEY to BSL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between BEY and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is $102. A return fare right now is $205. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BEY to BSL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BEY to BSL.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Of all flights leaving Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, 76.7% land on time at their destination.
Central Beirut to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is around 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BEY? If you're boarding an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you have a late Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near BSL:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometers from central Basel. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To avoid the crowds, go to Basel in January.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BEY to BSL in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Basel. Around 72 kilometers away to the east, check out popular attractions including Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometers south of Basel, Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
