Flying from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Tokyo. Check out your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when organising your flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL).
Basel is eight hours behind Tokyo. EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to BSL, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to BSL leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kms (10 miles). Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
73.52% of flights departing from Haneda Airport reach their destination on time.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Break up your flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Narita International Airport and BSL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
NRT is about 64 kms (40 miles) from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Tokyo to BSL flight? Check in to a hotel near Narita International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Have a late flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near BSL and get cosy, quick:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and discover Basel and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are well-known companies you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss flight.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
Central Basel is about 4 miles from EuroAirport Swiss. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
£253 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss. A return flight starts from £503. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to BSL, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Basel based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Tokyo to BSL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Basel
After booking your flight from Tokyo to EuroAirport Swiss, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Basel:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster are leading attractions which should be on any good Basel itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be discovered. About 137 kms (85 miles) south-west of Basel, a trip to Lausanne will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Around 209 kms (130 miles) south-east of Basel, Lugano is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience major highlights starting with Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.