Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Alicante and Bordeaux share the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Take your pick of five weekly Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 20:55.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ALC to BOD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Bordeaux (and perhaps some other exciting parts of France!). Check out the direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ALC and BOD include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
At the moment, 24 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 53 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ALC to BOD.
The cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Of the departures from Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Alicante to Alicante-Elche Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOD if you're taking a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Bordeaux Airport rental car and discover Bordeaux and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Bordeaux Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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 travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bordeaux. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ALC to BOD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bordeaux. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.