Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is six hours ahead of Basel, where EuroAirport Swiss is located.
To avoid rushing for your BSL to Bangkok flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BSL to Bangkok with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
BSL is about 4 miles from central Basel. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to BSL? If you're catching an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Bangkok
$249 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $507. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BSL to Bangkok if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for an EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok ticket.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BSL to Bangkok.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the center of Bangkok takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 20 miles away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and discover Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BSL to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The center of Bangkok is about 17 miles from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the center takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DMK. Unwind and get cozy after your BSL to Bangkok flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before securing your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Bangkok offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 79ºF to 99ºF.
December has average temperatures of between 66ºF and 91ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from BSL to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Bangkok, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should be on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bangkok. Around 290 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Ratchasima, about 140 miles north-east of Bangkok. Art and Culture Center, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย) are among its highlights.
