Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Bordeaux is two hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are seven Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, take the 07:55 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your IST to BOD flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bordeaux — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IST and BOD include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Geneva Airport
Lyon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight is Rs23,758. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs56,504. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from IST to BOD by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from IST to BOD.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOD if you have a late Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bordeaux Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Bordeaux's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bordeaux Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Bordeaux. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Bordeaux. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Airport to Bordeaux Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bordeaux, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to BOD in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of France
You've seen Bordeaux, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Paris to tick off its popular sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Seine River, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in France, head for Lyon, roughly 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are among the biggest draws.

