Flying from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Basel.
To ensure you catch your BSL to JTR flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BSL and JTR:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Currently, $119 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $242. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from BSL to JTR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BSL to JTR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.
Handy information about Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from BSL arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Basel to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BSL:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
If you're landing on a late Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near JTR:
Grab a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car and explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Santorini (Thira) Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
From Santorini (Thira) Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport for August if you want to go to Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BSL to JTR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Santorini (Thira), now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel around 225 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its must-visit sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No journey is complete without seeing Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.