Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Bordeaux's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
Every week, there are nine Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, go for the 06:50 SWISS flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:50 with SWISS.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your ZRH to BOD flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Getting to Bordeaux (and then seeing more of France!) is a cinch with SWISS. This popular carrier has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with SWISS on this route.
SWISS ranks as the top on-time carrier for ZRH to BOD flights, with 82.86% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
At the moment, ₹ 6,465 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 13,875. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to BOD.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Book a hotel near BOD if you're catching a late Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Bordeaux and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
From Bordeaux Airport, Bordeaux is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bordeaux based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Bordeaux Airport for August if you'd like to visit Bordeaux during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to BOD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of France
You've visited Bordeaux, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Lyon is another well-known destination in France and is around 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. No trip is complete without experiencing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
