Flying from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport (BOD).
6 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct Montreal to Bordeaux Airport flight.
Bordeaux is five hours ahead of Montreal. Bordeaux Airport is located in Bordeaux, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD). Choose from 2 direct services every week. Air Transat operates a 10:20pm departure between YUL and BOD.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to BOD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport (BOD) departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book your direct flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport with Air Transat. This leading airline operates departures from YUL.
The top choice among passengers flying between YUL and BOD is Air Transat.
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Montreal to BOD flight, unwind in one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport:
About Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
Grab a Bordeaux Airport rental car and discover Bordeaux and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Montreal to Bordeaux Airport flight.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport to central Bordeaux is around 11 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Right now, R 4,732 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,474. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from Montreal to BOD by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Montreal to Bordeaux Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport (BOD). June is the peak month for travel to Bordeaux. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Montreal to BOD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Bordeaux
After booking your flight from Montreal to Bordeaux Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bordeaux:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Bordeaux Museum of Wines, Wine Corner and Bordeaux Wine School (Ecole du Vin) are leading attractions which should feature on every Bordeaux itinerary.
Explore more of France
Toulouse is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bordeaux. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Canal du Midi, place du capitole and Museum of natural History.
Around 274 kilometres north of Bordeaux, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Les Machines de L'ile, Machines of the Isle Nantes and Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne.
