Flying from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Florence's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bordeaux.
Leave plenty of time to make your BOD to FLR flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Volotea has direct flights from Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Florence — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
Volotea tops the list for bookings on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BOD and FLR:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
Zurich Airport
Handy information about Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Bordeaux Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BOD arrive on schedule 83% of the time.
Bordeaux Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Bordeaux. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near BOD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Florence Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Florence's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Florence Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Florence Airport to the centre of Florence has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
September is the busiest month for flights from Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Florence in March.
Lock in your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Florence Airport for August if you'd like to visit Florence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOD to FLR in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Florence has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres south-east of Florence, a visit to Rome will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Milan is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. No trip is complete without seeing Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.