Flying from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Chicago to BSL. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to BSL departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to BSL flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss. Book one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss flight.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
The centre of Basel is around 6 kilometres from EuroAirport Swiss. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
At the moment, $527 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss. The cheapest price for a return flight is $919. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to BSL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss.
The best time to fly from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Basel. September is when most people book flights from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Basel is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Chicago to BSL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Basel
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Basel right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to EuroAirport Swiss:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz are must-do's during your Basel adventure.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland just waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometres southwest of Basel, a trip to Lausanne will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Olympic Park, The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne.
If you're eager to discover another side of Switzerland, head for Lugano, about 209 kilometres southeast of Basel. Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura are among its highlights.
