What is the cheapest airline that flies from Basel to California?

British Airways, American Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Basel to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Basel to California?

Prices for flights from Basel to California refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Basel to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Basel to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$448 Cheap Flights from Basel to California in 2026

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10:45 am - 6:55 pm

BSL

LAX

17h 10m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 10:40 am

LAX

BSL

28h 45m

1 stop

$652Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 12

6:05 am - 3:00 pm

BSL

SFO

17h 55m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:20 pm

SFO

BSL

19h 50m

1 stop

$680British Airways

Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Feb 2

10:55 am - 6:45 pm

BSL

SFO

16h 50m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 6:05 pm

SFO

BSL

15h 35m

1 stop

$699American Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Jan 30

7:15 am - 5:49 pm

BSL

SFO

19h 34m

2 stops

4:35 pm - 6:55 pm

SFO

BSL

17h 20m

1 stop

$704American Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 15

6:10 am - 10:50 pm

BSL

SJC

25h 40m

2 stops

8:45 am - 7:35 pm

SJC

BSL

25h 50m

2 stops

$749United Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 16

6:00 am - 6:12 pm

BSL

ONT

21h 12m

2 stops

7:00 am - 9:10 am

ONT

BSL

17h 10m

2 stops

$749United Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 23

6:30 am - 10:52 pm

BSL

SJC

25h 22m

2 stops

7:00 am - 1:45 pm

SJC

BSL

21h 45m

2 stops

$904Delta

Sat, Jun 27 - Wed, Jul 1

6:30 am - 6:05 pm

BSL

SMF

20h 35m

2 stops

9:16 am - 1:45 pm

SMF

BSL

19h 29m

2 stops

$989Delta

Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8

8:25 pm - 9:09 pm

BSL

SJC

33h 44m

2 stops

8:45 am - 12:25 pm

SJC

BSL

18h 40m

2 stops

$1,052Lufthansa

Sun, Jul 26 - Sun, Aug 2

1:05 pm - 10:39 pm

BSL

SMF

18h 34m

2 stops

7:03 pm - 7:35 pm

SMF

BSL

15h 32m

2 stops

$1,129Lufthansa

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 20

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American Airlines flights from Basel to California

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American Airlines

Nov 23

BSL6:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 45m

1 stop

SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

Feb 4

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

17h 10m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$699

American Airlines

Aug 30

BSL7:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

19h 34m

2 stops

SFO5:49 pmSan Francisco

Sep 15

SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco

17h 20m

1 stop

BSL6:55 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$704

American Airlines

Oct 30

BSL7:00 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 20m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

Nov 13

LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

BSL9:30 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$713

British Airways flights from Basel to California

Our best British Airways deals on Basel to California flight tickets

British Airways

Nov 26

BSL6:05 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

17h 55m

1 stop

SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco

Feb 2

SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco

19h 50m

1 stop

BSL10:20 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$680

British Airways

Oct 16

BSL11:45 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

15h 40m

1 stop

LAX6:25 pmLos Angeles

Oct 24

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

15h 50m

1 stop

BSL9:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$685

British Airways

Sep 4

BSL6:00 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

16h 50m

1 stop

SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco

Sep 12

SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco

21h 15m

1 stop

BSL10:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

$686

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BaselLos Angeles

BSL - LAX

BSLLAX

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 8/28

10:45 am-6:55 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

8:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop28h 45m

$652

BaselSan Francisco

BSL - SFO

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 11/26

6:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 2/2

5:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$680

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BaselSan Francisco

BSL - SFO

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 11/23

10:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 1/30

5:30 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$699

BaselSan Francisco

BSL - SFO

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 8/30

7:15 am-5:49 pm

2 stops19h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

4:35 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$704

BaselSan Jose

BSL - SJC

BSLSJC

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 8/12

6:10 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 40m

San Jose

Sun 8/16

8:45 am-7:35 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$749

BaselOntario

BSL - ONT

BSLONT

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-6:12 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Ontario

Sun 8/23

7:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops17h 10m

$749

BaselSan Jose

BSL - SJC

BSLSJC

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 6/27

6:30 am-10:52 pm

2 stops25h 22m

San Jose

Wed 7/1

7:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$904

BaselSacramento

BSL - SMF

BSLSMF

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 9/3

6:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/8

9:16 am-1:45 pm

2 stops19h 29m

$989

BaselSan Jose

BSL - SJC

BSLSJC

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 7/26

8:25 pm-9:09 pm

2 stops33h 44m

San Jose

Sun 8/2

8:45 am-12:25 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$1,052

BaselSacramento

BSL - SMF

BSLSMF

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 7/13

1:05 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops18h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/20

7:03 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops15h 32m

$1,129

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Basel averaging around $455.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Basel to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Basel when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $816 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Basel for as low as $643 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 00m
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The fastest flight from Basel to California takes 14h 00m

There are no direct flights from Basel to California. There are no popular flight routes from Basel to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Basel to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Basel to California?
Prices for flights from Basel to California refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Basel to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Basel to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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