Travelling from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport (BOD).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport flight.
Bordeaux Airport is located in Bordeaux. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to BOD, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport (BOD) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
When leaving from GLA, you can catch a direct flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport with easyJet.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between GLA and BOD is easyJet.
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and BOD are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
You can reach PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to BOD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Bordeaux and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport to the centre of Bordeaux is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport is ج.م. 2,113. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 4,570. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from Glasgow to BOD by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
July is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Bordeaux. June is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport (BOD), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Glasgow to BOD flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bordeaux to range from 14ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bordeaux
Start your Bordeaux trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow to Bordeaux Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Bordeaux Museum of Wines, Wine Corner and Bordeaux Wine School (Ecole du Vin) are must-do's during your Bordeaux adventure.
Explore more of France
Bordeaux has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Bordeaux, a trip to Toulouse will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Canal du Midi, place du capitole and Museum of natural History.
Nantes is another standout destination in France and is around 274 kilometres north of Bordeaux. No journey is complete without a visit to Les Machines de L'ile, Machines of the Isle Nantes and Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne.
