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

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

What airlines fly to Basel?

Lufthansa, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Basel from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Basel. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Basel on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Basel?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into Basel, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 25m and 13h 35m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from California to Basel refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Basel?

As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Basel.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Basel.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Basel 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 Basel. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$382 Cheap Flights from California to Basel in 2026

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5:15 pm - 7:40 pm

SAN

BSL

17h 25m

1 stop

9:50 am - 4:45 pm

BSL

SAN

14h 55m

1 stop

$837Lufthansa

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 28

11:40 am - 1:45 pm

SAN

BSL

17h 05m

2 stops

5:55 pm - 1:05 pm

BSL

SAN

27h 10m

1 stop

$840Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 28

7:40 pm - 6:55 pm

SAN

BSL

14h 15m

1 stop

11:55 am - 5:50 pm

BSL

SAN

14h 55m

1 stop

$848British Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13

7:00 am - 9:55 am

SAN

BSL

17h 55m

2 stops

6:05 am - 5:59 pm

BSL

SAN

19h 54m

2 stops

$850Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 28

6:45 pm - 9:45 am

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BSL

30h 00m

1 stop

10:55 am - 5:45 pm

BSL

SFO

38h 50m

1 stop

$858Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 29

2:10 pm - 10:00 am

SFO

BSL

35h 50m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 5:45 pm

BSL

SFO

32h 40m

1 stop

$866Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

7:40 pm - 6:55 pm

SAN

BSL

14h 15m

1 stop

11:55 am - 5:50 pm

BSL

SAN

14h 55m

1 stop

$891British Airways

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 18

4:19 pm - 7:40 pm

SMF

BSL

18h 21m

2 stops

6:05 am - 5:18 pm

BSL

SMF

20h 13m

2 stops

$1,179United Airlines

Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 14

4:25 pm - 7:40 pm

LAS

BSL

18h 15m

2 stops

9:50 am - 7:57 pm

BSL

LAS

19h 07m

2 stops

$1,289United Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

8:25 pm - 9:45 am

LAS

BSL

28h 20m

1 stop

6:30 am - 3:55 pm

BSL

LAS

18h 25m

2 stops

$1,356KLM

Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5

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Lufthansa flights from California to Basel

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Lufthansa

Oct 18

SAN5:15 pmSan Diego

17h 25m

1 stop

BSL7:40 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

Oct 28

BSL9:50 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 55m

1 stop

SAN4:45 pmSan Diego

$837

Lufthansa

Jun 23

SMF10:50 amSacramento Intl

18h 15m

2 stops

BSL2:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

Jul 16

BSL8:15 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

18h 03m

2 stops

SMF5:18 pmSacramento Intl

$1,302

Lufthansa

Jun 23

SMF8:50 amSacramento Intl

20h 15m

2 stops

BSL2:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

Jul 14

BSL2:50 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

18h 09m

2 stops

SMF11:59 pmSacramento Intl

$1,310

British Airways flights from California to Basel

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British Airways

Sep 29

SAN7:40 pmSan Diego

14h 15m

1 stop

BSL6:55 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

Oct 13

BSL11:55 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 55m

1 stop

SAN5:50 pmSan Diego

$848

British Airways

Aug 4

SAN7:40 pmSan Diego

14h 15m

1 stop

BSL6:55 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

Aug 18

BSL11:55 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 55m

1 stop

SAN5:50 pmSan Diego

$891

British Airways

Oct 1

SAN7:40 pmSan Diego

13h 50m

1 stop

BSL6:30 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

Oct 15

BSL12:15 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss

14h 35m

1 stop

SAN5:50 pmSan Diego

$905

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San Diego

Sun 10/18

5:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 10/28

9:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$837

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

Sun 10/18

11:40 am-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 10/28

5:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$840

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San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

Tue 9/29

7:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 10/13

11:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$848

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

Sun 10/18

7:00 am-9:55 am

2 stops17h 55m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 10/28

6:05 am-5:59 pm

2 stops19h 54m

$850

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Thu 10/15

6:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 10/29

10:55 am-5:45 pm

1 stop38h 50m

$858

San FranciscoBasel

SFO - BSL

SFOBSL

San Francisco

Thu 10/29

2:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop35h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 11/5

6:05 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$866

San DiegoBasel

SAN - BSL

SANBSL

San Diego

Tue 8/4

7:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 8/18

11:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$891

SacramentoBasel

SMF - BSL

SMFBSL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/23

4:19 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops18h 21m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 7/14

6:05 am-5:18 pm

2 stops20h 13m

$1,179

Las VegasBasel

LAS - BSL

LASBSL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/9

4:25 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 6/16

9:50 am-7:57 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$1,289

Las VegasBasel

LAS - BSL

LASBSL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/29

8:25 pm-9:45 am

1 stop28h 20m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 6/5

6:30 am-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$1,356

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If you aren’t able to travel to Basel during the month of July, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $499.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Basel?
Prices for flights from California to Basel refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Basel?
As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Basel.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Basel?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Basel.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Basel?
The required travel and health documents for your Basel 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 Basel. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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British Airways	PriceFrom $506	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,945 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $891	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,972 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,173	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,683 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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