Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD): what you need to know
Bordeaux is one hour ahead of Newcastle and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your NCL to BOD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect 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.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between NCL and BOD:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Right now, R 1,171 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,732. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NCL to BOD if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NCL to BOD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Newcastle International 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 Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Of all flights leaving Newcastle International Airport, 71.29% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Newcastle International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to NCL:
Arriving at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOD instead:
Grab a Bordeaux Airport rental car and explore Bordeaux and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Bordeaux Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to central Bordeaux
Bordeaux Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Bordeaux. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Bordeaux in January.
Book your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bordeaux Airport for August if you want to explore Bordeaux during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCL to BOD in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Bordeaux has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Bordeaux, a trip to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 434 kilometres east of Bordeaux. No journey is complete without experiencing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.