Travelling from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Bordeaux Airport is located in Bordeaux. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is eight hours behind Bordeaux.
To avoid missing your BOD to Vancouver flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BOD to Vancouver. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
BOD is around 11 kilometres from central Bordeaux. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near BOD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77.44% of flights that depart Bordeaux Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver flight is 367 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 627 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BOD to Vancouver. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BOD to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
Travelling by public transport will take around 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CXH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BOD to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to YXX. Settle in at one of these options after your BOD to Vancouver flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from YXX one week before your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Vancouver in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BOD to Vancouver in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Vancouver, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are major attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the biggest draws.