- Must visit
Kunstmuseum Basel
Switzerland’s oldest public art museum, renowned for Old Masters and major modern collections. A top cultural stop in Basel.
Flights from Madrid to Basel depart on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $94 (€76) but you can travel from only $89 (€72) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 21:35. The fastest flight covers the 745 miles (1200 km) distance in 2h 5m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 745 miles (1200 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€76) |
Flights per day 19 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
First flight 5:55 AM |
Last flight 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
$234
Average price
$583
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Flights per day
64
Distance
1200 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Basel will cost around $583 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $234.
Of the 64 flights that leave Madrid for Basel onTue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct flights cover the 1200 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the longest flights will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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BA461 · BA764Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a train costs an average of $320.
Distance: 745 miles (1200 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$213 Average price | $150 Average price Cheapest | $330 Average price | $339 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 57m Average total duration 24h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 33m Average total duration 27h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.6 - 7.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg 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 Madrid to Basel:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Basel costing on average $213 (€173).
A bus is $180 (€146) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Basel costing on average $330 (€267).
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 27m.
Train takes on average 27h 3m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Basel flights for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1500+ KL1949 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h50 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1500+ KL1945 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h55 | 1:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1500+ KL1947 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h55 | 5:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06261+ EC7123 | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h21 | 2:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06261+ EC7101 | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h56 | 4:05 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06261+ EC7103 | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h21 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7052+ BA762 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h50 | 6:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7052+ BA764 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h50 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06071+ EC7103 | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h08 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06071+ LH1135+ LH1208 | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 15h53 | 11:15 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06071+ EC7101 | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h43 | 4:05 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7060+ BA764 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h45 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7060+ BA762 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h45 | 6:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06081+ EC7103 | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h08 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06081+ EC7101 | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h43 | 4:05 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06081+ LH1135+ LH1208 | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h53 | 11:15 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06281+ KL1518+ KL1949 | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h00 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06281+ LH1135+ LH1208 | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h25 | 11:15 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06281+ EC7103 | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h40 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7066+ BA762 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h40 | 6:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7066+ BA764 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h40 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06011+ KL1518+ KL1949 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h53 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06011+ LH1135+ LH1208 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h18 | 11:15 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06011+ EC7103 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h33 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1502+ KL1949 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h25 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1502+ KL1947 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 5:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA457 · BA762 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h15 | 6:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA457 · BA764 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h15 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06111+ KL1518+ KL1949 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h28 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06111+ EC7103 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h08 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06111+ LH1135+ LH1208 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h53 | 11:15 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
BA459 · BA764 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h40 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA459 · BA762 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 6:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06121+ AF1249+ AF1192 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 21h33 | 9:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06121+ LH1135+ LH1208 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h53 | 11:15 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06121+ EC7103 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h08 | 8:30 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1504+ KL1949 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h45 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1504+ KL1947 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h50 | 5:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1504+ KL1943 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h40 | 9:45 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7056+ BA764 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h25 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7056+ BA762 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h25 | 6:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA764+ BA3273 | 1:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h55 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
06021+ BA485 · BA758 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 20h18 | 11:00 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
06021+ AF1249+ AF1192 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 19h13 | 9:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 2 transfers | |
BA7054+ BA764 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h55 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7068+ BA764 | 3:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h05 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
AF1601+ AF1392 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h05 | 1:45 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
AF1601+ AF1192 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h15 | 9:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7050+ BA764 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h00 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1506+ KL1949 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h30 | 9:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1506+ KL1945 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h35 | 1:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1506+ KL1943 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h25 | 9:45 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA461 · BA764 | 5:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h20 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA7058+ BA764 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h05 | 10:50 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
AF1801+ AF1392 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h00 | 1:45 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
AF1801+ AF1192 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h10 | 9:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
AF1392 · AF1101 | 8:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h30 | 1:45 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
AF1101 · AF1192 | 8:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h40 | 9:55 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1508+ KL1943 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h15 | 9:45 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1508+ KL1945 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h25 | 1:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
KL1508+ KL1947 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h25 | 5:55 PM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
BA465 · BA758 | 9:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h00 | 11:00 AM EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1 transfer | |
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