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$455+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — EAP
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Basel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Basel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:25 amSFO - BSL
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/39:05 pmBSL - SFO
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/127:00 amSFO - BSL
2 stops26h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1611:20 amBSL - SFO
1 stop36h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$829
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/281:30 pmSFO - BSL
1 stop14h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/239:50 amBSL - SFO
1 stop14h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$871
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:50 pmSFO - BSL
1 stop37h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/910:55 amBSL - SFO
1 stop38h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$874
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:23 amSFO - BSL
2 stops18h 27mDelta
Fri 1/236:05 amBSL - SFO
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/29$875
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/301:10 pmSFO - BSL
1 stop35h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/146:05 pmBSL - SFO
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$880
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2710:45 pmSFO - BSL
2 stops33h 40mDelta
Fri 1/236:05 amBSL - SFO
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/29$897

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Basel

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$627
(British Airways)

One-way from

$455
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$809
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Basel that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Basel

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

9:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 3/30

7:20 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$727

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

6:30 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 3/31

6:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$727

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

9:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 3/30

7:20 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$777

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

6:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 3/29

7:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$777

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

6:30 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 3/29

7:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$777

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

9:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 4/2

6:10 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$787

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

2:40 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 4/2

6:10 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$791

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Fri 2/13

5:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 45m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 2/21

7:10 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$827

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

6:30 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 3/29

7:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$827

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

6:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 3/30

12:10 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops20h 36m

$837

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/30

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Basel

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Basel in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Basel flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Basel flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Basel flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Basel flights, Cheapflights users trust Gurufare the most. Gurufare has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Basel flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Basel in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Basel?

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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Lufthansa and British Airways from San Francisco to Basel have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,541 reviews

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,541 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,541 reviews

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,541 reviews

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Basel. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Basel?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Basel in 15h 55m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5786 mi.

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

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Basel, with prices starting at $891. Another option worth looking into is SWISS, starting at $962 round trip. Users have found that Lufthansa is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Basel one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $455 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $455 and Turkish Airlines from $567 one-way.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Basel.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Basel

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$891Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$962Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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