Basel to London Flights

Flying from Basel

Flights from Basel leave from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport, which is located in Saint-Louis, France, near the German and Swiss borders. Because of its location approximately three miles from Basel, fourteen miles from Mulhouse, and forty-three miles from Freiburg, the airport serves as the primary mode of air transportation for all three areas. Several airlines provide flights to and from Basel, including Air France, Air Berlin, Swiss International Airlines, and British Airways. Visit the ebookers website to find deals on airline tickets and vacation packages.

Airport Parking Options

Airport parking is divided into French-side parking and Swiss-side parking. The Swiss-side parking offers numerous options, including two short-stay parking areas if you are traveling for less than five days. The airport also offers four long-term lots that are all within walking distance from the passenger terminals.

Getting to the Airport

If you don't want to leave your car at the airport while you travel, you can get from Basel to the airport by taxicab or by public transport. Three cab companies transport passengers from Basel to the airport—Airport Taxi, Taxi am EuroAirport, and Taxi-Zentrale AG Basel. Cab fare from the city to the airport costs between CHF 40 and CHF 50. Alternatively, you can take the train to the Basel train station. From there, take bus number 50 to the airport.

Airport Dining Options

If you want to grab a bite to eat before your flight, the airport offers plenty of dining options. If you're looking for a quick sandwich or snack, visit Côté Café, Pains à la ligne, or Crousti-Café, or pick up something at one of the airport's numerous Grab and Go carts. If you're looking for a full-service restaurant, you can relax and enjoy a meal at Au 5ème before you board your flight from Basel.

Arriving in London

Flights to London may arrive at one of a number of major airports that are located around the city. For example, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and London Stansted airports all have good connections to the city, as a result of the many domestic and international flights that land at these airports. London City and London Luton are also well connected.

Getting into the city

London is one of the most famous cities in the world, and there are plenty of historic sightseeing opportunities and renowned entertainment venues around the centre. These can be easily reached from each of the main airports, given the dedicated express rail services that operate from Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted.

Travellers arriving at London Heathrow, for instance, can reach the city centre in just 15 to 30 minutes on the express train to Paddington station, or in about an hour using a cheaper ticket on the London Underground, Piccadilly Line. London Gatwick lies 28 miles outside central London, but travellers can reach the city in around 30 minutes on the express train to Victoria station. London Stansted is 40 miles from the centre of London, but travellers can get to Liverpool Street station on the train in about 45 minutes.

Flights London: booking with ebookers.ie

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