Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Bordeaux's timezone is UTC+1, making Bordeaux nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to BOD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and BOD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
At the moment, R 5,746 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,570. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to BOD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
If you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near BOD:
Go where the road takes you with a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and find adventure across Bordeaux and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bordeaux Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport to the centre of Bordeaux has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Bordeaux in March.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bordeaux Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to BOD in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've seen Bordeaux, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its leading attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Seine River, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
