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Cheapest return flight
£158
Typical prices: £166-£241
KLM
Sun 11/11Sun 18/11
BSL - AMS • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£55
Typical prices: £72-£158
easyJet
Sat 3/11
BSL - AMS • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with KLM. Average duration is 1h 33m
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £212 (return)
Shortest trip • 3h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Basel to Amsterdam (BSL-AMS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Basel to Amsterdam

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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10:10 - 11:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 30mdirect
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08:20 - 09:35AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£158KLM
Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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06:00 - 07:30BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 30mdirect
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08:15 - 09:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£158KLM
Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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10:10 - 11:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 30mdirect
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12:10 - 13:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£159KLM
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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10:10 - 11:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 30mdirect
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08:15 - 09:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£160KLM
Wed, 4 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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17:55 - 19:30BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 35mdirect
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20:45 - 21:55AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 10mdirect
£161KLM
Sun, 15 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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10:05 - 11:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 35mdirect
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08:15 - 09:30AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£161KLM
Tue, 6 Apr - Sat, 10 Apr
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18:25 - 19:50BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 25mdirect
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08:30 - 09:45AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£162KLM
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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09:40 - 13:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
3h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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10:45 - 19:20AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
8h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£163Lufthansa
Fri, 29 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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10:05 - 11:35BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
1h 30mdirect
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12:10 - 13:25AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
1h 15mdirect
£164KLM
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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21:55 - 11:20BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
13h 25m1 stop Manchester
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17:10 - 22:55AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
5h 45m1 stop Nice Côte d'Azur
£164easyJet
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights

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How much is a return flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

Return flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam typically range from £166 to £241. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £158 on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam at £165 return.
•June (£224) and May (£221) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam the cheapest?

Flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Basel to Amsterdam

 
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Key details for Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Basel to Amsterdam

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Your Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:33
    • Latest: departs at 18:30 and lands at 20:03.

    The flight takes about 1h 33m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam.

  • How long is a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    A direct flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam takes 1h 33m, covering 348 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flight?

    Return flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam range from £166 to £241, with an average of £194 over the past 12 months. Anything below £166 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the £194 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £194 return, compared with £212 via a stopover through Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £27–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by KLM and Scandinavian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 190 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £158 to £484. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam looking right now?

    One-way fares from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £61, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)?

    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam usually depart from Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 38m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam pass through?

    One-stop flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • London Gatwick (LGW) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £173 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £210, a difference of £37.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Only KLM operates flights between Basel EuroAirport Swiss and Amsterdam.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 35m, compared to 3h 59m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 5h 10m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What popular places can I visit in Amsterdam?

    Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Amsterdam RAI, Amsterdam Arena, and Vondel Park. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights?

    Among airlines operating Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights:

    • KLM: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £173, about £37 less than Friday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam trip for January. Fares historically average £165 return in that month – typically £59 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with easyJet. Over the past three months, 92% of easyJet flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 38m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

    • Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center

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Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Amsterdam Schiphol

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Saturday

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Amsterdam Schiphol to Basel EuroAirport Swiss

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