Flying from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD): What you need to know
Bordeaux Merignac Airport is located in Bordeaux. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Philadelphia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Philadelphia to BOD.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Philadelphia to BOD departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
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Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to BOD flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport flight.
Getting from Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
From Bordeaux Merignac Airport, central Bordeaux is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
R 5,500 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport. A return flight starts at R 11,039. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to BOD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD). June is the most popular month to visit Bordeaux. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in January.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Philadelphia to BOD plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bordeaux
Start your Bordeaux trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Bordeaux Merignac Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. National Opera of Bordeaux, Museum de Bordeaux and Château La Mission Haut-Brion are essential stops on your Bordeaux itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've visited Bordeaux, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey around 225 kilometres southeast to Toulouse to check off its must-visit sights. From Canal du Midi to Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Nantes is another must-experience destination in France and is around 274 kilometres north of Bordeaux. No trip is complete without experiencing Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
