BSL - EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport
Mulhouse, France
IATA Code: BSL · Mulhouse, France
The airport code BSL is the IATA identifier for EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport. You may also find it referred to as Mulhouse Airport (BSL).
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (BSL) serves Mulhouse, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BSL is the IATA airport code for EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport, located in Mulhouse, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.5900°N, 7.5292°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BSL
- City
- Mulhouse
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 47.5900°
- Longitude
- 7.5292°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BSL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOR - Belfort | 40 km | $617 | $1/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 46 km | $710 | $1/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 59 km | $910 | $2/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BSL Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BSL
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Mulhouse
Mulhouse experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BSL
As a European airport, BSL falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via BSL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BSL
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BSL are BOR, ZHI, CMR — consider these for potentially lower fares