Flying from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Bordeaux Airport is located in Bordeaux. Operating on the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is 4 hours behind Bordeaux.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BOD to Rio De Janeiro. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BOD to Rio De Janeiro. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Bordeaux, BOD can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BOD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Rio De Janeiro
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro is C$677. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,201. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BOD to Rio De Janeiro. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Book one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from BOD to Rio De Janeiro:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before you book a flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BOD to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
After booking your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Bordeaux Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
