Flying from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport (BOD). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Bordeaux is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. Bordeaux Airport is located in Bordeaux, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to BOD.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOD that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and BOD include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to BOD flight:
About Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Bordeaux and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport flight.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Central Bordeaux is roughly 11 kilometres from Bordeaux Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport is 296 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 655 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport (BOD), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Bordeaux based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Los Angeles to BOD plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bordeaux to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Bordeaux
Start your Bordeaux trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Bordeaux Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your Bordeaux visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Bordeaux Museum of Wines, Wine Corner and Bordeaux Wine School (Ecole du Vin).
Explore more of France
Toulouse is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bordeaux. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Canal du Midi, place du capitole and Museum of natural History.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in France, consider Nantes, roughly 274 kilometres north of Bordeaux. Les Machines de L'ile, Machines of the Isle Nantes and Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne are key highlights.