Flight to Basel from €165 — Round Trip in December

Are you looking for a cheap flight to Basel? We’ve found a great deal from Cologne: round trip for €165 per person. The trip runs from December 1 to 12, 2026 – perfect for an extended city break in Switzerland.

🪪 Entry: German citizens only need their ID card (EU/Schengen).

Why Basel now?

Basel lies on the Rhine and delights with a picturesque old town, modern architecture and plenty of art. The city is known for the Basel Minster, the Town Hall and the Middle Bridge. In the Kleinbasel quarter you’ll find many young shops and restaurants, while Grossbasel with its winding alleys invites you to stroll. Culinary-wise, you should try the Basler Läckerli – a traditional biscuit – or enjoy a portion of Rösti in one of the cozy taverns. The market square with its historic town hall is also worth a visit.

Flight to Basel: Price and booking details

The flight to Basel costs €165 per person for a round trip. The connection from Cologne includes a stopover. The travel dates are December 1, 2026 (outbound flight) and December 12, 2026 (return flight), so an 11-day stay. That’s a fair price for the pre-Christmas season, when Basel attracts visitors with its famous Christmas market. It’s best to secure your flight to Basel early, as seats may be limited.

Best travel time & practical tips

In December, Basel is wintry cold: temperatures during the day are usually between 2 and 6 °C, and at night there may be frost. Snow is possible but not guaranteed. So pack warm clothing, gloves and a hat. Once there, you can get around very well using public transport (tram and bus) – a day pass is worth it. Money-saving tip: Many museums have free admission on the first Sunday of the month. Swimming in the Rhine in winter is only for the hardy. For your travel budget: Use the Mobility car-sharing options or buy groceries at local markets instead of eating out. That leaves more budget for excursions.

Basel in 11 days

• Day 1–2: Arrive and explore the old town: market square, town hall, Basel Minster.
• Day 3: Visit the Kunstmuseum Basel and the Fondation Beyeler (the latter in Riehen).
• Day 4: Day trip to Weil am Rhein (Vitra Design Museum) or to Saint-Louis.
• Day 5: Rhine ferry ride and a walk along the riverbank.
• Day 6: The Kleinbasel quarter with its street art hotspots and the Matthäus Church.
• Day 7: Relax at Basel Zoo or the Botanical Garden.
• Day 8: Excursion to Laufen Castle at the Rhine Falls (about 1 hour by train).
• Day 9: Visit the Christmas markets (Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz).
• Day 10: Shopping on Freie Strasse and visit the Pharmacy Museum.
• Day 11: Last errands and departure.

For more great deals, check out our other flight deals. And if you want to learn more about Basel, you can find the Wikipedia article on Basel here.