Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Bordeaux's timezone is UTC+1, making Bordeaux one hour behind Athens.
Choose from three weekly Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest available. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 20:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to BOD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Athens 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.
Most passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to BOD flights. An impressive 93.75% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATH and BOD:
Nice Airport
Naples International Airport
Crete Heraklion Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight is $43. A return plane ticket is currently $106. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from ATH to BOD by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to BOD.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Athens International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Athens International Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Book a hotel near BOD if you're taking a late Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Bordeaux Airport rental car and explore Bordeaux and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Bordeaux Airport around three weeks before traveling.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
From Bordeaux Airport, Bordeaux is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the busiest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Bordeaux in March.
When reserving your flight from Athens International Airport to Bordeaux Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bordeaux, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to BOD in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bordeaux. Around 499 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
If you're eager to discover another side of France, consider Lyon, roughly 434 kilometers east of Bordeaux. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are among the biggest draws.