Travelling from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Bordeaux, where Bordeaux Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your BOD to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BOD to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Bordeaux to BOD takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near BOD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Bordeaux Airport, 77.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight is ₹ 52,447. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 75,168. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BOD to Rio De Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BOD to Rio De Janeiro.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your flight from BOD to Rio De Janeiro can help you secure the lowest rate.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. After your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your BOD to Rio De Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro and make your way to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Stay at a hotel near RRJ and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late BOD to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and focus on the journey ahead, not on how to get there. Whether you're after a compact or a full-size SUV, Localiza will help you find your perfect set of wheels.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before you book your flights from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BOD to Rio De Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just two of the big attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
