Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Basel's timezone is UTC+1, making Basel two hours behind Doha.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to BSL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between DOH and BSL:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
At the moment, ₹ 12,220 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 34,652. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DOH to BSL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights departing from Hamad International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from DOH.
Hamad International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to DOH:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Consider booking a hotel close to BSL if you're catching a late Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab 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.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
From EuroAirport Swiss, Basel is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. For smaller crowds, head to Basel in January.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to BSL in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've seen Basel. Around 72 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 72 kilometres south of Basel, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
