Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Bordeaux's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
Every week, there are 11 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport flights. To get going early, pick the 07:15 Vueling flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:35 with Ryanair.
To ensure you get on your BCN to BOD flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Bordeaux (and then exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier offering BCN to BOD flights. An exceptional 94.37% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BCN and BOD:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
Menorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight is RM74. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM181. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from BCN to BOD by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BCN to BOD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on time at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BCN? If you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Book a hotel near BOD if you're taking a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and see more of Bordeaux and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Bordeaux. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Bordeaux in January.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Bordeaux Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to BOD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bordeaux. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you're eager to discover another corner of France, consider Lyon, roughly 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are key highlights.