Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to New York: what you need to know
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. Following the UTC-5 timezone, New York is six hours behind Basel.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BSL to New York flight.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BSL to New York with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Basel, BSL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to BSL? If you're catching an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
EuroAirport Swiss maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BSL make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to New York
$533 is currently the best price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to New York flight. A return plane ticket starts at $750. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BSL to New York. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to New York throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BSL to New York by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near EWR. Kick back and get cosy after your BSL to New York flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR can help you lock in a better rate.
Newark Liberty International Airport can be found at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York has arrived. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to LGA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late BSL to New York flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
Around two weeks before your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York is a good time to book your ride from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York. July is the most popular month to travel to New York. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a EuroAirport Swiss to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BSL to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
After booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to New York, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are top attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.