Flying from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Brussels: what you need to know
Bordeaux (the location of Bordeaux Airport) and Brussels share the same timezone — UTC+1.
The busiest route is from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can choose from 3 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BOD to CRL is the 07:20 Ryanair option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 21:20 with Ryanair.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from BOD to Brussels.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Direct flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Brussels are available for booking. Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your ticket with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from BOD to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You can travel to Belgium for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from France. But before booking your cheap tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels, 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 business or other reasons.
BOD is about 13 kilometres from central Bordeaux. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near BOD. Whether you have an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Brussels
23 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels. Return flights start at 57 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BOD to Brussels.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 39 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 56 minutes by car. Central Brussels is approximately 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from BOD to Brussels:
Best time to go to Brussels
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels. July is the busiest month for a trip to Brussels. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BOD to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Brussels:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
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