Basel Airport – Everything You Need to Know Before You Travel
Find out how to get to Basel Airport, where to park cheaply and how to book a parking space at the terminal for the best prices!
Basel Airport Overview
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BMUF) is a unique international airport located in France, but serving both Switzerland (Basel) and Germany (FRI). The airport has two customs sectors – French and Swiss – which allows for convenient handling of passengers from different countries.
Basel Airport contact details:
- Name: EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg
- Address: BP 60120, F-68304 Saint-Louis Cedex, France
- IATA code: BSL (Switzerland), MLH (France), ICAO code: LFSB
- Contact:
- General telephone: +33 3 89 90 31 11
- Email: [email protected]
- Maximum terminal capacity: over 9 million passengers per year
- Opening hours: Terminal open 04:00–00:00
Getting to Basel Airport
The airport is located approximately 6 km from the city centre Basel, 25 km from Mulhouse (France) and 70 km from Freiburg (Germany). Thanks to its location on the border of three countries, EuroAirport is very well connected.
Basel Airport Location
- Address: EuroAirport, 68304 Saint-Louis, France
- Geographic coordinates: 47°35′24″N 7°31′52″E
- Distance from Basel city centre: approx. 6 km
- Access: via the Swiss sector (via Basel) or the French sector (via Saint-Louis)
Basel Airport Travel Options
Basel Airport – Train
There is no direct train connection to the airport, but you can get there from Basel Central Station (Basel SBB) by bus no. 50 in about 20 minutes.
Basel Airport – Buses
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Line 50: connects Basel SBB station with the airport (services every 10 minutes).
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Buses from Mulhouse and Freiburg: regional and long-distance coach services are available.
Basel Airport – Taxi
A taxi from Basel city centre costs around 40–50 CHF and takes 15–20 minutes. Services from France and Germany are also available.
Basel Airport – Car Hire
There are a number of car hire companies on both the French and Swiss sides of the airport.
Passenger Facilities and Transfers at Basel Airport
Check-in and Terminal
The airport has one terminal, divided into French and Swiss zones. Check-in takes place at check-in desks, but online check-in and automated kiosks are also available.
Flight connections
EuroAirport operates scheduled and low-cost flights to London, Amsterdam, Vienna, Istanbul, Barcelona and many other cities in Europe.
Basel Airport – Arrivals and Departures
Up-to-date flight information is available at: www.euroairport.com
Basel Airport Terminal Facilities
- Fast Track – fast security check
- Food and drink areas
- Duty-free – both on the French and Swiss sides
- Free Wi-Fi
- ATMs and currency exchange
- VIP Lounge and rest areas
Basel Parking – where to park your car?
EuroAirport Official Parking
The airport offers several parking zones:
- F1, F3, F5 – French zone
- S1, S2 – zone Swiss Short-term and long-term options are available.
Private parking lots at Basel Airport
There are also cheaper, private parking lots with a free shuttle to the terminal near the airport. Many of them offer monitoring and additional services such as car washes or charging for electric cars.
How to book Basel Airport parking?
Booking online through NextPark allows you to find the best deal and avoid the stress of searching for a space. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email, a map of the route and transfer details.
Prices and offers for Basel Airport parking
Prices depend on the selected zone (French or Swiss), length of stay and type of parking. With NextPark you can compare offers and choose the cheapest and safest option.
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