Travelling from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bordeaux.
Flights from BOD to ZRH start from 09:15 — the earliest with SWISS. The last service of the day is at 20:10 with SWISS. Overall, you can take your pick of nine weekly Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BOD to ZRH flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with SWISS. This popular airline has direct flights from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport.
SWISS is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a dependable 82.86% of services landing on schedule, SWISS has the best on-time performance for BOD to ZRH flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BOD and ZRH include:
Geneve Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport flight is Rs18,188. A return ticket right now is Rs40,132. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from BOD to ZRH by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BOD to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bordeaux Airport, 77.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Bordeaux Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Bordeaux. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BOD? If you've booked an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion to explore Zurich and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Zurich. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zurich. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to visit Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOD to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you want to check out another corner of Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.
