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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Flights from Basel to Manchester depart on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:25, the last at 21:50. The fastest flight covers the 593 miles (955 km) distance in 1h 50m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 593 miles (955 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Flights per day 28 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 50m |
First flight 5:25 AM |
Last flight 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price
$233
Average price
$358
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
955 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Basel to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Manchester will cost around $358 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $233.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Manchester without transferring at least once.
VY6261 · VY8748
BA761 · BA1370
BA765 · BA1368
BA765 · BA1360
BA761 · BA1368
BA765 · BA1360
BA761 · BA1368
BA761 · BA1370
VY6261 · VY8748
BA765 · BA1368Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $634.
Distance: 593 miles (955 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $149 Average price Cheapest | $634 Average price | $297 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 34m Average total duration 31h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Manchester:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Manchester costing on average $152 (€125).
A bus is $484 (€397) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Manchester costing on average $634 (€520).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 18m.
Bus takes on average 31h 4m.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Manchester flights for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 PM Basel | 1h50 | 9:30 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Basel | 1h55 | 10:35 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
BA765 · BA1368 | 6:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 10h10 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA765 · BA1360 | 6:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 4h15 | 9:50 AM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA761 · BA1368 | 11:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 4h50 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA761 · BA1370 | 11:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 6h25 | 5:20 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY6261 · VY8748 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 6h45 | 8:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Most Basel to Manchester flights use the EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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