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$585+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Basel (EAP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — EAP
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Basel

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Basel (EAP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,214
(oojo)

One-way from

$585
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$781
From San Diego to Basel (EAP)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($230 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Basel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Basel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/254:40 pmSAN - BSL
1 stop16h 40mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/126:00 amBSL - SAN
1 stop17h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$724
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/2511:17 amSAN - BSL
2 stops16h 08mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/126:05 amBSL - SAN
2 stops19h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$731
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/255:20 pmSAN - BSL
1 stop17h 10mLufthansa
dom. 11/308:10 pmBSL - SAN
1 stop28h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$805
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/131:00 pmSAN - BSL
2 stops19h 40mBritish Airways
vie. 6/2011:25 amBSL - SAN
2 stops19h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/136:15 amSAN - BSL
2 stops19h 40mUnited Airlines
vie. 6/209:45 amBSL - SAN
1 stop14h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,220
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/511:15 amSAN - BSL
2 stops23h 30mAustrian Airlines
dom. 6/158:25 pmBSL - SAN
2 stops32h 22mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,249

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Basel that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Basel that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Basel

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

vie. 6/13

1:00 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

vie. 6/20

11:25 am-9:48 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$1,214

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

vie. 6/13

6:15 am-10:55 am

2 stops19h 40m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

vie. 6/20

9:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$1,220

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

vie. 6/20

11:15 am-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

lun. 7/7

8:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$1,222

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

vie. 6/20

11:15 am-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

lun. 7/7

8:25 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$1,229

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

jue. 6/5

11:15 am-7:45 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

dom. 6/15

8:25 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops32h 22m

$1,249

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

jue. 6/5

4:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

dom. 6/15

7:05 am-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$1,269

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

dom. 5/4

10:10 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$585

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

sáb. 5/3

6:15 am-9:30 am

3 stops42h 15m

$634

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

vie. 5/2

4:40 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$874

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/29

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Basel

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Basel

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to EAP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Basel. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Basel, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Basel by month

Plan your trip to Basel by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Basel ranges from 1.9 - 3.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Basel when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Basel by month

Plan your trip to Basel by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Basel, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Basel

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Basel. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Basel. Reviews last updated abril 29, 2025.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
7,042 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,837 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Basel round-trip?

    British Airways, at $1,214, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Basel.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Lufthansa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Basel that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Basel flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Basel?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Basel?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Basel by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Basel?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Basel (average of $545). Flying from San Diego to Basel in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from San Diego to Basel

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Diego to Basel. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$663Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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