Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff is one hour behind Basel and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your BSL to CWL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between BSL and CWL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Currently, £68 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £90. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BSL to CWL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
76.48% of flights taking off from EuroAirport Swiss arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss is approximately 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BSL. Whether you're taking an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CWL if you have a late EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Cardiff Airport rental car and explore Cardiff and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cardiff Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
From Cardiff Airport, Cardiff is approximately 17 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
June is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Cardiff in April.
Book your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Cardiff Airport for July if you want to visit Cardiff during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BSL to CWL in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cardiff. Around 130 miles away to the east, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 90 miles north-east of Cardiff, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.