Flying from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Seoul. Explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when booking your flight from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL).
Basel is eight hours behind Seoul. EuroAirport Swiss is located in Basel, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Seoul to BSL. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Seoul to BSL leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kms (30 miles) away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
GMP is around 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the easiest way to get to your terminal.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seoul to BSL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BSL:
Pick up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
The centre of Basel is roughly 4 miles from EuroAirport Swiss. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
£247 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss. A return flight starts at £412. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seoul to BSL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Seoul to BSL.
Save on your flight from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Basel. August is when most people book flights from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Seoul to BSL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Basel
Start your Basel trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to EuroAirport Swiss, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Art Basel, Christmas Lightshow and Basel Minster are leading attractions which should feature on any good Basel itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Basel, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Travel around 137 kms (85 miles) south-west to Lausanne to check off its leading attractions. From Olympic Park to Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique), you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kms (130 miles) south-east of Basel, Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
