Flying from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport (BOD).
3 hours 57 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport.
Bordeaux is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Bordeaux Airport is located in Bordeaux, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD), with 6 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to BOD is the 08:10 Turkish Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 14:55 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to BOD, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport (BOD) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport leaving from IST.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Istanbul to BOD with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and BOD include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
IST is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Searching for a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)? Browse the fares flying out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport, check out these options when taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to BOD? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BOD if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
From Bordeaux Airport, Bordeaux is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 12 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
ر.ق. 167 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 536. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
9 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to BOD.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Istanbul to BOD.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Bordeaux in February when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Istanbul to BOD for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bordeaux to range from 14ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Bordeaux
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bordeaux right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport:
Place de la Bourse and Musee d'Aquitaine are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Bordeaux itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Jardin Public.
Complete your Bordeaux trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Bordeaux Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Bordeaux. Check out the offers and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
