What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Akureyri?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Akureyri is to train and fly which costs $160 - $550 and takes 22h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Akureyri?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Akureyri is to train and fly which takes 19h 41m and costs $420 - $1,100.

How far is it from Basel to Akureyri?

The distance between Basel and Akureyri is 2663 km.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Akureyri?

It takes approximately 20h 12m to get from Basel to Akureyri, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Basel and Akureyri?

Akureyri is 2h behind Basel. It is currently 6:37 AM in Basel and 4:37 AM in Akureyri.

Where can I stay near Akureyri?

There are 86+ hotels available in Akureyri.

Basel to Akureyri - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Akureyri by train or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Zurich Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)plane ZRH - AEY
20h 12m
$363–768
Fly from Basel
cheapest
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)plane BSL - AEY
28h 23m
$157–560
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Genève-Aéroporttrain
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)plane GVA - AEY
19h 41m
$428–1,080
Train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain
2. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)plane SXB - AEY
22h 33m
$168–518

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Akureyri Airport (AEY) flights

8Weekly Planes

19h 44mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel to Akureyri.

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Distance: 2,662.8 km
Duration: 20h 12m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Akureyri, Iceland?

easyJet flies from Basel (BSL) to Akureyri Airport (AEY) twice a week.

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