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Cheapest return flight
R10 467
Typical prices: R11 089-R13 959
Lufthansa
Sat 13/10Sat 10/11
JNB - BSL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 270
Typical prices: R6 769-R8 943
Turkish Airlines
Fri 7/12
JNB - BSL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Basel. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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+1
Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R11 700 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Basel (JNB-EAP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Basel

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 10
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19:00 - 10:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
15h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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14:40 - 9:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 467Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 10
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19:00 - 10:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
15h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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16:45 - 9:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R10 727Lufthansa
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
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18:00 - 18:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
24h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 22:25BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R10 889Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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18:00 - 9:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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10:45 - 11:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 295Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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19:55 - 12:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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14:40 - 9:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R11 344Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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18:00 - 9:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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10:45 - 11:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 425Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 25
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18:50 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
23h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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18:10 - 11:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R11 474Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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18:00 - 9:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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10:45 - 11:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 490Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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18:00 - 9:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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10:45 - 11:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R11 522Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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19:55 - 12:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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10:15 - 9:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 25m2 stops Vienna Intl Frankfurt am Main
R11 538Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel start at R10 467. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R11 089 to R13 959. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 467 on Lufthansa.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel flight route?

There's little price difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel routes. They average around R11 895 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel at R8 634 return.
  • August (R15 855) and October (R14 752) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R7 270
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel EuroAirport Swiss

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Basel

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Basel based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 59% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 8% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R11 522 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R13 194, a difference of R1 672. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel takes 0h 00m, covering 13 591 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R10 467 to R65 751. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 377, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 27m, compared to 15h 12m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 37m via Istanbul (IST).

  • Which car hire options are available at Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)?

    Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R371 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel range from R11 089 to R13 959, with an average of R11 895 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 089 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average R11 522 – about R1 672 less than Thursday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Basel trip for January. Fares historically average R8 634 return in that month – typically R7 222 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Basel EuroAirport Swiss.
    - Airport Hotel Basel

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