Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
The timezone in Bordeaux is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your LAX to BOD flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LAX and BOD:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Zurich Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
At the moment, 337 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 715 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to BOD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
If you're getting in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BOD:
Explore without limits with a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Bordeaux and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
From Bordeaux Airport, Bordeaux is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bordeaux. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bordeaux, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to BOD in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Bordeaux, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to tick off its popular sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Seine River, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lyon is another standout destination in France and is around 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. No journey is complete without experiencing Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.