Journey information
Overview: Basel to Amsterdam flight
Flights from Basel to Amsterdam depart on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 569 km distance in 1h 25m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 569 km |
Average flight duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Flights per day 24 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 22:40 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Basel to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£880
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Flights per day
28
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Basel to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Amsterdam will cost around £880 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £97.
Of the 28 flights that leave Basel for Amsterdam every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 569 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 50 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. 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 coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 569 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
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£265 Average Price | £155 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Basel to Amsterdam flight times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Amsterdam flights for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1942 | 05:05 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1h30 | 06:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
AF8374+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 23h35 | 09:30 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2162 · KL1424+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h05 | 18:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 changes | |
KL2006+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h40 | 08:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF7502 · AF3216+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h05 | 18:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 changes | |
KL2022+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h40 | 18:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1650+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 3h55 | 13:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1240+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 21h40 | 07:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF8346+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 11h00 | 20:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2439+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 4h45 | 14:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1402+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 23h35 | 09:30 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL3601+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 3h55 | 13:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1412+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 11h00 | 20:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1340+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h40 | 08:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1840+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 4h45 | 14:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1440+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h40 | 18:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2002+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 21h40 | 07:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1404+ KL2044 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 24h10 | 10:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF9404+ AF3184+ AF1193 | 09:55 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 8h35 | 18:30 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2 changes | |
KL1944 | 10:15 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1h30 | 11:45 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1240+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 18h05 | 07:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1640+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h30 | 12:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF8346+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 7h25 | 20:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2008+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h30 | 12:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF8374+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 20h00 | 09:30 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1740+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 23h25 | 12:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL3599+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 21h10 | 10:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1402+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 20h00 | 09:30 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2002+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 18h05 | 07:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1340+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 19h05 | 08:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2012+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 23h25 | 12:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL2006+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 19h05 | 08:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1412+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 7h25 | 20:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1404+ KL2046 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 20h35 | 10:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1500+ AF1293 | 13:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 21h10 | 10:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
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Airlines: easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Air France from Basel to AmsterdamFind the best flights between Basel to Amsterdam with Omio's travel partners easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Air France from £18. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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Basel to Amsterdam Flights: An Overview
Passengers can easily book flights from Basel to Amsterdam on any given day throughout the year. More than 30 flights between these two cities are available on a daily basis, including several offering a direct service. For direct flights, passengers can expect a total travel time of just over one hour and 30 minutes. If a flight requiring a change is booked, the overall travel time may take anywhere from roughly three hours to over 14 hours. The exact length of the trip will depend on the location and duration of the stopover on the route. In some cases, an overnight stay in another European city may be required.
Which airlines fly from Basel to Amsterdam?
Several airlines offer regular service for flights from Basel to Amsterdam. Airlines such as KLM, easyJet, and Air France regularly offer direct flights between these two cities, while flights requiring a connection are serviced by Lufthansa, among others.
How long is the flight from Basel to Amsterdam?
Direct flights from Basel to Amsterdam take a little over one hour and 30 minutes. If passengers opt for a flight which requires a change in another European city, they can expect an overall travel time between three to over 14 hours. For these flights, the average travel time is four to five hours. The length of the trip will depend on the location of the stopover and how long passengers need to wait for their connecting flight. An overnight stay may be required for some longer evening flights.
How many flights are there from Basel to Amsterdam?
Passengers will find many flights from Basel to Amsterdam every day of the week throughout the year. Around five direct flights are offered on this route daily. If a direct flight is not available at a convenient time, passengers can usually choose from between over 25 flights requiring a change. Flights from Basel to Amsterdam depart throughout the day, from early in the morning until the evening.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Basel to Amsterdam?
Departure airport: All flights from Basel bound for Amsterdam depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg. This airport serves three different cities in three different countries: Basel in Switzerland, Mulhouse in France, and Freiburg in Germany. However, the airport is luckily only around eight kilometers outside of Basel. Passengers can easily reach the airport by either bus, train, taxi, or car. In addition, ample parking is available on the Swiss side of the airport. EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg has a number of bars and restaurants as well as shops, and passengers can enjoy the free WiFi onsite.
Arrival airport: Flights from Basel land at Amsterdam's large international airport, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The world's fourth busiest airport, Schiphol has an array of shops and dining options and many modern amenities, such as free WiFi and both VIP and public lounges. Passengers can easily reach downtown Amsterdam by train or taxi within 15 to 20 minutes. The train terminal is located directly at the airport. Parking and car rental agencies are also available onsite.
FAQs: Basel to Amsterdam flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Amsterdam by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Basel to Amsterdam generally leave from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is 9.2 km away from Basel city centre and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 17.1 km from Amsterdam city centre.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Amsterdam
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops include duty-free and fashion stores, located in the main terminal.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the EuroAirport Skyview Lounge.
- Located in the arrivals area, near the information desk.
- Buses: 50, 11
- Train: SBB
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and brands like Gucci and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available, short-term and long-term, approximately 4.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including KLM Crown Lounge.
- Located in the Schiphol Plaza.
- Bus: 397, N97
- Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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