Flying from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Bordeaux.
Your BOD to CPT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BOD and CPT:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport (BOD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, P33,786 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P42,849. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BOD to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BOD to CPT.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
When it comes to Bordeaux Airport's on-time performance, 77.44% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bordeaux Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Bordeaux. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BOD. Whether you have an early flight from Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel close to CPT if you have a late Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Bordeaux Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOD to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key highlights.