Traveling from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD): What you need to know
Bordeaux Merignac Airport is located in Bordeaux. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Your flight from Chicago to BOD won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travelers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to BOD leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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ORD is around 27 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometers from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to BOD flight:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometers from central Chicago. The drive from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport flight.
Getting from Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
From Bordeaux Merignac Airport, central Bordeaux is around 11 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city center by car.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
Currently, $321 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $750. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to BOD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD). June is the peak month for travel to Bordeaux. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in January.
Book a Chicago to BOD plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bordeaux to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bordeaux
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Bordeaux Merignac Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bordeaux:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. National Opera of Bordeaux, Museum de Bordeaux and Château La Mission Haut-Brion are popular attractions which should feature on any good Bordeaux itinerary.
Explore more of France
Bordeaux has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometers southeast of Bordeaux, a trip to Toulouse will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.
If you're looking to explore another side of France, head for Nantes, roughly 274 kilometers north of Bordeaux. Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are key highlights.
