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Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport

Bordeaux, France

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Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport

Bordeaux, France
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Southwest France's gateway to Bordeaux wine country.

Opened
1935
Location
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (IATA: BOD, ICAO: LFBD) is the primary international airport serving the Bordeaux metropolitan area in southwestern France. Located approximately 12 kilometres west of the city centre in the commune of Mérignac, it is one of the busiest regional airports in France, typically handling around 7–9 million passengers per year. The airport serves as a base for several low-cost carriers and offers connections to major European hubs as well as some long-haul destinations. It plays a significant role in the regional economy, supporting tourism tied to the renowned Bordeaux wine region and the broader Nouvelle-Aquitaine area. The airport is operated by Aéroports de Bordeaux-Mérignac and has undergone modernisation investments to expand capacity and improve passenger facilities in recent years.
Terminals
The airport has a single main passenger terminal building with two main hall areas (Hall A and Hall B) handling Schengen and non-Schengen traffic respectively.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Bordeaux by the Lianes 1 express bus service, and a tram extension (Line D) has been developed to improve rail-based access to the city.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating at Bordeaux–Mérignac include Air France, easyJet, Volotea, Ryanair, Transavia, and British Airways, among others.
Notable facts
  • ›Bordeaux–Mérignac is consistently ranked among the top five busiest airports in France outside the Paris region.
  • ›The airport shares its site with a significant aerospace industry presence, including Dassault Aviation facilities.
  • ›It handled a record of over 9 million passengers in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic reduced traffic.
  • ›The airport operates 24 hours a day and offers connections to over 100 destinations across Europe and beyond.
  • ›Mérignac has historically been an important military aviation site dating back to World War II.
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Gateway to Bordeaux's vineyards, rivers, and timeless French elegance

Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, located approximately 12 kilometres west of Bordeaux city centre in the commune of Mérignac, is the primary international gateway to the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Opened in its modern form in the mid-20th century, it serves millions of passengers annually and connects the world-famous wine capital of France to destinations across Europe and beyond. The airport plays a vital economic and cultural role, welcoming wine enthusiasts, business travellers, and tourists drawn to one of France's most celebrated cities.

Terminals
  • Terminal A — Handles the majority of scheduled flights including Schengen and international routes, with a broad range of shops, restaurants, and boarding gates.
  • Terminal B — Primarily serves low-cost carriers and domestic routes, offering a more streamlined, functional passenger experience.
  • Hall C — A smaller satellite area used for overflow and certain charter or regional operations during peak periods.
Ground Transport
  • Tram Line A connects the airport to Bordeaux city centre (Bordeaux Saint-Jean railway station) in approximately 45 minutes
  • Lianes 1 city bus service provides connections to the Mérignac area
  • Taxis and VTC (private hire vehicles) are available at designated ranks outside arrivals
  • Car rental agencies including Hertz, Avis, Europcar, and Sixt operate on-site
  • Shuttle services to central Bordeaux hotels are available seasonally
Nearby Hotels
  • Novotel Bordeaux Aéroport
  • Ibis Bordeaux Mérignac Aéroport
  • Holiday Inn Bordeaux – Mérignac
  • Campanile Bordeaux Ouest – Mérignac
  • Mercure Bordeaux Aéroport
Dining

Inside the terminals, passengers will find a mix of French café-style eateries, brasseries, and international fast-food outlets, with a strong emphasis on local wines available at several bars and wine shops. Airside options are decent but limited in variety during off-peak hours, so travellers are advised to eat before security if seeking a fuller sit-down meal. The wider Mérignac area and Bordeaux city offer exceptional dining, from traditional Bordelaise cuisine to Michelin-starred restaurants showcasing the region's produce.

Traveller Tips
  • Purchase a Bordeaux Métropole transit pass if staying several days — it covers trams, buses, and connects you to the airport efficiently.
  • The Tram A line to the city centre runs frequently but ends around midnight; plan late arrivals with a taxi or pre-booked VTC.
  • Pick up a bottle of local Bordeaux wine at the airport wine shops airside — they carry well-curated regional selections at fair prices.
  • Allow extra time during summer grape-harvest season (September–October) as the airport sees significantly higher passenger volumes.
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Route map (49 destinations)

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Routes

BOD → ZRH2L · 100
BOD → HERA3 · 320
BOD → FCOA5 · E70 E90 CR7
BOD → LILA5 · E70 CR7 E90
BOD → LYSA5 · E90 E70
BOD → NCEA5 · CR7
BOD → NTEA5 · ER4
BOD → SXBA5 · E70 ER4
BOD → AMSAF · E90 73W F70
BOD → MRSAF · 319 320
BOD → NTEAF · ER4
BOD → ORYAF · 321 319 320
BOD → CDGAF · 321 320 32A 318
BOD → FCOAF · E70 E90 CR7
BOD → ALGAH · 736
BOD → CMNAT · 738 73G
BOD → RAKAT · 738
BOD → CDGAZ · 321 320 32A 318
BOD → FCOAZ · E70 E90 CR7
BOD → LGWBA · 734 319
BOD → BESCE · BEH
BOD → RNSCE · BEH
BOD → DUBEI · 320
BOD → GVAF7 · AT7
BOD → BLQFR · 738
BOD → CRLFR · 738
BOD → EDIFR · 738
BOD → OPOFR · 738
BOD → CIAFR · 738
BOD → MRSFR · 738
BOD → STNFR · 738
BOD → SVQFR · 738
BOD → BCNIB · 320
BOD → MADIB · CRK CR9
BOD → PMIIB · 320
BOD → AMSKL · F70
BOD → YULTS · 310
BOD → LISTP · 100 ER4
BOD → TUNTU · 736
BOD → BRSU2 · 319 320
BOD → LGWU2 · 319
BOD → LILU2 · 319
BOD → LISU2 · 319
BOD → MXPU2 · 319
BOD → RAKU2 · 319 320
BOD → AMSU2 · 319
BOD → BRUU2 · 320
BOD → BSLU2 · 319 320
BOD → GVAU2 · 319 320
BOD → LTNU2 · 319
BOD → LYSU2 · 319
BOD → NCEU2 · 319 320
BOD → FLRV7 · 717
BOD → MUCV7 · 717
BOD → OLBV7 · 717
BOD → SXBV7 · 717
BOD → VCEV7 · 717
BOD → AGPV7 · 717
BOD → AJAV7 · 717
BOD → BIAV7 · 717
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Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
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Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport is an international airport of Bordeaux, in southwestern France. It is situated in the commune of Mérignac, 12 km (7.5 mi) west of Bordeaux, within the département of the Gironde. It mainly features flights to metropolitan and leisure destinations in Europe, Northern Africa, and Canada, and serves as a base for easyJet and Volotea.

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