Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Bordeaux is one hour behind Helsinki and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your HEL to BOD flight 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 when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and BOD:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Frankfurt Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight is Rs33,010. A return ticket right now is Rs66,672. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HEL to BOD if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HEL to BOD.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
If you're coming in on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BOD:
Pick up a Bordeaux Airport rental car and explore Bordeaux and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Bordeaux Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport to central Bordeaux has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bordeaux in January.
The warmest month in Bordeaux is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bordeaux Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to BOD in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of France
You've seen Bordeaux, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in France, consider Lyon, roughly 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are highlights.