Basel to Vancouver Flights

Flying from Basel

Flights from Basel leave from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport, which is located in Saint-Louis, France, near the German and Swiss borders. Because of its location approximately three miles from Basel, fourteen miles from Mulhouse, and forty-three miles from Freiburg, the airport serves as the primary mode of air transportation for all three areas. Several airlines provide flights to and from Basel, including Air France, Air Berlin, Swiss International Airlines, and British Airways. Visit the ebookers website to find deals on airline tickets and vacation packages.

Airport Parking Options

Airport parking is divided into French-side parking and Swiss-side parking. The Swiss-side parking offers numerous options, including two short-stay parking areas if you are traveling for less than five days. The airport also offers four long-term lots that are all within walking distance from the passenger terminals.

Getting to the Airport

If you don't want to leave your car at the airport while you travel, you can get from Basel to the airport by taxicab or by public transport. Three cab companies transport passengers from Basel to the airport—Airport Taxi, Taxi am EuroAirport, and Taxi-Zentrale AG Basel. Cab fare from the city to the airport costs between CHF 40 and CHF 50. Alternatively, you can take the train to the Basel train station. From there, take bus number 50 to the airport.

Airport Dining Options

If you want to grab a bite to eat before your flight, the airport offers plenty of dining options. If you're looking for a quick sandwich or snack, visit Côté Café, Pains à la ligne, or Crousti-Café, or pick up something at one of the airport's numerous Grab and Go carts. If you're looking for a full-service restaurant, you can relax and enjoy a meal at Au 5ème before you board your flight from Basel.

Arrival in Vancouver

Flights to Vancouver arrive from a wide range of domestic and international cities, and Vancouver acts as a major gateway for travellers to the British Columbia region in Canada. Passengers arriving at the airport have a number of possibilities when it comes to transport into Vancouver city centre or to other locations in the region, such as Whistler or Victoria, and also to Washington state in the US.

Arriving at Vancouver Airport

The airport in Vancouver is linked to the downtown area by a rapid transit rail route that makes the journey in a little less than half an hour. The rail link also services the area of Richmond, which is less than 20 minutes from the airport. The station can be found between the international and domestic terminals at the airport. Alternatively, taxis and limousines can be hired at the airport, as can self-drive cars.

The bus links from Vancouver airport enable passengers to reach both Vancouver city centre and a number of other locations outside the city. Scheduled services to Whistler depart throughout the day, as do services via ferry to Victoria, and to Seattle in the US.

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