Traveling from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 3 hours 57 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Bordeaux, where Bordeaux Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are 6 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BOD to IST is the 12:00 Turkish Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 18:45 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from BOD to Istanbul. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul that lands at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul.
We make it simple to find a flight from BOD to Istanbul with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
You can enter Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from France. But before booking your cheap tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Traveling from central Bordeaux to BOD takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BOD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Istanbul
$73 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $159. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BOD to Istanbul.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from BOD to Istanbul every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near IST if you're taking a late flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometers from the center of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BOD to Istanbul, kick back at a hotel near SAW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to travel to Istanbul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from BOD to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Galata Tower.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Bordeaux Airport to Istanbul.
