Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bordeaux is one hour ahead of Glasgow and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GLA to BOD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
EasyJet has direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Bordeaux — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
EasyJet is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GLA and BOD:
London Gatwick Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight is $67. A round-trip ticket is currently $121. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book eight months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from GLA to BOD.
The cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from GLA to BOD.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights that depart Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near GLA:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
Pick up a Bordeaux Airport rental car and discover Bordeaux and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Bordeaux. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Bordeaux based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. 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). Look for cheap tickets from GLA to BOD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've visited Bordeaux, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its popular sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of 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 highlights.
