- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and important temporary exhibitions; one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Flights from Basel to Montpellier depart on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:25, the last at 21:40. The fastest flight covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 1h 15m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Flights per day 24 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:25 AM |
Last flight 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
$263
Average price
$425
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Flights per day
47
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Basel to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Montpellier will cost around $425 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $263.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Montpellier without transferring at least once.
AF7460+
AF1193
AF7460+
AF1393
AF7462+
AF1193
AF7462+
AF1393
12536+
AF1193
AF7464 · AF1193
KL2044 · KL2320
AF3186 · AF3225
KL1944 · KL1459
AF7468 · AF1393Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 326 miles (525 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$328 Average price | $162 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $288 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Montpellier:
A bus is $94 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Montpellier costing on average $162 (€131).
A bus is $260 (€211) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Montpellier costing on average $328 (€266).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 26m.
Bus takes on average 9h 2m.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Montpellier flights for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1942 · KL1459 | 6:30 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 9h35 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF3195 · AF3225 | 6:30 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 9h35 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1942+ KL2007+ KL2320 | 6:30 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h10 | 2:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1942+ KL2003+ KL2320 | 6:30 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h10 | 2:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1944 · KL1459 | 10:15 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 5h50 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF3186 · AF3225 | 10:15 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 5h50 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1944+ KL1407+ KL2322 | 10:15 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 7h30 | 5:45 PM Montpellier Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1944+ KL2009 · KL2322 | 10:15 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 7h30 | 5:45 PM Montpellier Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3582+ KL2044 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 12h20 | 10:55 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2088 · KL2044 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 9h50 | 8:25 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7462+ AF1193 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 23h50 | 10:25 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2318+ KL2044 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 23h50 | 10:25 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1193 · AF7464 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 4h05 | 2:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2322+ KL2044 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 7h10 | 5:45 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7466+ AF1193 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 7h10 | 5:45 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7468 · AF1193 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 9h50 | 8:25 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2044 · KL2208 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h20 | 8:55 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7470+ AF1193 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 12h20 | 10:55 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1193 · AF7460 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h20 | 8:55 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2320 · KL2044 | 10:35 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 4h05 | 2:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1946+ KL1411+ KL3582 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h30 | 10:55 PM Montpellier Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7462+ AF1393 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 20h00 | 10:25 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1946 · KL1459 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 25h40 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2050 · KL2208 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 18h30 | 8:55 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7460 · AF1393 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 18h30 | 8:55 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7464 · AF1393 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 24h15 | 2:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7470+ AF1393 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h30 | 10:55 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1393 · AF7468 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 6h00 | 8:25 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2320 · KL2050 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 24h15 | 2:40 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2318+ KL2050 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 20h00 | 10:25 AM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2050 · KL2088 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 6h00 | 8:25 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL3582+ KL2050 | 2:25 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h30 | 10:55 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1948 · KL1459 | 6:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 21h35 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF3194 · AF3225 | 6:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 21h35 | 4:05 PM Montpellier Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and important temporary exhibitions; one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Contemporary art center in a historic building, known for ambitious rotating exhibitions and a strong local creative scene connection.
Large contemporary art venue presenting international themed exhibitions in a renovated cultural complex near the center.
Montpellier’s historic center, packed with winding lanes, courtyards, boutiques, and lively squares; the essential area to explore on foot.
Grand esplanade with city views, monuments, and sunset appeal; one of the most scenic walking areas in Montpellier.
Striking neoclassical district designed by Ricardo Bofill, popular for architecture photography and wide pedestrian spaces.
A round pie from nearby Sète filled with octopus in a spicy tomato sauce. It is one of the best-known local specialties of the Hérault coast.
A creamy salt cod emulsion, traditionally mixed with olive oil and sometimes milk or potato. Nîmes is famous for it, and it is widely eaten in Montpellier.
A small sweet-savory pastry from nearby Pézenas, usually filled with lamb, suet, and spices. It reflects the historic cuisine of the wider Montpellier area.
An established fine dining address led by chef Jacques et Laurent Pourcel alumni influence, known for polished contemporary French cuisine and careful presentation.
A well-known restaurant in Montpellier’s historic center with a charming courtyard garden. It serves refined French cuisine in an elegant but relaxed setting.
A long-running restaurant near the old town, appreciated for classic regional and French dishes in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Budget eats are reasonable, but central hotels and sit-down dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafes.
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Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport, Montpellier -> Montpellier Saint-Roch, Montpellier
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