Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Bordeaux's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Munich.
Flights from MUC to BOD start at 08:20 — the first with Lufthansa. The latest departure is at 15:45 with Lufthansa. In total, you can take your pick of five weekly Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MUC to BOD flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Bordeaux (and perhaps some other exciting corners of France!). Check out the direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MUC and BOD:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
R 1,395 is the best price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,679. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MUC to BOD.
The cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights departing from Franz Josef Strauss Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Book a hotel near BOD if you're catching a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bordeaux and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Bordeaux. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Bordeaux in January.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bordeaux Airport for August if you want to go to Bordeaux during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to BOD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've done Bordeaux, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its must-visit sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in France, consider Lyon, about 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are key reasons to visit.