Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Bordeaux's timezone is UTC+1, making Bordeaux nine hours ahead of Seattle.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SEA to BOD flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SEA and BOD:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
At the moment, 327 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 647 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SEA to BOD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination on time.
Central Seattle to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SEA? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Bordeaux and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport to central Bordeaux has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the busiest month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Bordeaux in March.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Bordeaux Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SEA to BOD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Bordeaux, now it's time to discover more of France. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Seine River, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of France, head for Lyon, roughly 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are key highlights.
