Travelling from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Ajaccio's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bordeaux.
Flights from BOD to AJA start at 05:45 — the first with Volotea. The last departure is at 20:50 with Volotea. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport flights.
Your BOD to AJA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Ajaccio (and then exploring more of France!) is a cinch with Air France. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air France.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BOD and AJA include:
Geneve Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
EuroAirport Swiss
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)
R 693 is currently the best price for a one-way Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,465. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BOD to AJA.
The cheapest month for flights from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BOD to AJA.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Of all flights leaving Bordeaux Airport, 77.44% land on schedule at their destination.
Bordeaux Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Bordeaux. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BOD:
Arriving at Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)
Consider booking a hotel near AJA if you're catching a late Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or ADA and explore beyond Ajaccio's main sights.
Booking your ride from Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) to central Ajaccio
Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Ajaccio. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Ajaccio in February.
Before locking in your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ajaccio, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BOD to AJA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
Ajaccio has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Ajaccio, a visit to Marseille will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 225 kilometres north-west of Ajaccio, Nice is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum.
