Flying from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD): What you need to know
The timezone in Bordeaux is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Seattle. Bordeaux Merignac Airport is located in Bordeaux.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to BOD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a busy month for traveling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Seattle to BOD with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SEA and BOD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
SEA is around 14 miles from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA land on schedule 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 25 miles away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to BOD flight? Check in to a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down as planned.
About Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near BOD and hit the lights earlier:
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Getting from Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Merignac Airport is around 7 miles from the center of Bordeaux. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport is $309. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $784. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to BOD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD). June is when most people visit Bordeaux. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in January.
Before locking in your Seattle to BOD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bordeaux, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 88ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 34ºF and 54ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bordeaux
Start your Bordeaux trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Bordeaux Merignac Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Opera of Bordeaux, Museum de Bordeaux and Château La Mission Haut-Brion are leading attractions which should feature on every Bordeaux itinerary.
Explore more of France
Toulouse is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bordeaux. Around 140 miles away to the southeast, top sights here include Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.
Around 170 miles north of Bordeaux, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
