Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Bordeaux is three hours behind Port Louis and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MRU to BOD flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. These are the top stopovers between MRU and BOD:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneve Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Currently, R 9,145 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,137. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MRU to BOD if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
72.12% of flights that leave from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport from central Port Louis, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MRU:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
If you have a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BOD:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Bordeaux's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport about 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 about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bordeaux. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bordeaux, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MRU to BOD sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've visited Bordeaux, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its top sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Lyon is another standout destination in France and is around 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. No journey is complete without a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.