Basel

Swissport records massive increase in pharmaceutical logistics at EuroAirport

Global ground handling provider Swissport has reached an operational milestone in the sensitive air freight segment at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg. Since the commissioning of the specialized Cool+Connect infrastructure in February 2025, over 1000 temperature-controlled containers have already been successfully handled. With monthly volumes now reaching 200 to 250 units, the airport is strengthening its strategic position.

March 30, 2026 11:08

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse launches with an expanded summer flight schedule and runway renovation

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg will introduce its new summer flight schedule on March 29, 2026, which includes a significant expansion of its route network to around 100 direct destinations. More than 30 airlines will operate from this hub in the tri-border region, primarily serving destinations in Europe and the Mediterranean, including increased connections to Eastern Europe and Scandinavia. Among the new

March 27, 2026 12:01

New art installation at the tower in Basel

A large-format reproduction of Victor Vasarely's artwork "Vega Pâl" has now been installed on the EuroAirport control tower. The poster is part of a collaboration with the Musée Unterlinden in Colmar and aims to highlight the cultural significance of the tri-border region. The motif is taken from the famous "Vega" series by the Hungarian-French artist.

February 23, 2026 04:01

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg introduces automated baggage drop-off

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg has initiated a comprehensive modernization of its passenger handling facilities. Since mid-February 2026, passengers of selected airlines have been able to check in their luggage themselves using new self-service kiosks, known as Self Bag Drop units. As a first step, a total of 24 check-in kiosks and 14 baggage drop machines have been put into operation in Halls 2 and 4.

February 16, 2026 06:02

Wizz Air is temporarily relocating flight operations to Stuttgart due to runway renovations.

Hungarian airline Wizz Air will significantly expand its services at Stuttgart Airport in spring 2026. This decision is due to the extensive renovation of the runway at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse, which necessitates a temporary closure of flight operations there. The closure will take place from April 15 to May 20, 2026.

21 January 2026 05:31

Nesma Airlines expands flight offerings between Egypt and Switzerland

Egyptian airline Nesma Airlines is significantly expanding its route network to Central Europe and will offer new direct flights from Hurghada to Switzerland in the upcoming summer season. As the company confirmed, the route to Basel-Mulhouse Airport will be operated from June 28 to October 15, 2026.

8 January 2026 07:03

EuroAirport will restrict operations in 2026 due to runway renovation.

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg will undergo extensive renovation of its main runway 15/33 in spring 2026, necessitating the temporary closure of this key part of the airfield. The construction work, aimed at ensuring long-term operational safety, will take place from April 15 to May 20, 2026. During this period,

2 December 2025 05:08

Basel-Mulhouse starts with winter flight schedule 2025/2026

The 2025/2026 winter flight schedule came into effect at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg on Sunday, October 26, 2025, and is valid until March 28, 2026. A total of 24 airlines offer 88 direct flights to 33 countries. The focus is on destinations in Europe and the Mediterranean, including popular destinations in Spain, Egypt,

28 October 2025 09:27

Basel Airport records significant decline in delayed night departures

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse reports a significant decline in takeoffs after 23 p.m. Since the regulation came into force on February 1, 2022, requiring aircraft to leave their parking positions by 23 p.m. at the latest, the number of delayed departures has fallen dramatically. In 2024, the number of takeoffs after 23 p.m.

23 October 2025 11:11

EuroAirport reopens observation deck after ten years

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg announces the partial reopening of its observation deck, which was closed for around ten years for safety reasons. Thanks to the implementation of a newly developed safety concept, the deck will be reopened to visitors on October 18, 2025. This measure is part of the efforts to make the binational airport more attractive for the region.

17 October 2025 08:02