Madrid to Bordeaux flights
Bordeaux lies 554 km (344 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 28 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Madrid | Bordeaux | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | France |
| Population | 3.3 million | 265,328 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Nearest large airport | MAD, 14 km out | BOD, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 33000–33998 CEDEX |
What changes when you arrive in Bordeaux
Crossing from Spain into France: sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Airports at each end
Leaving Madrid
Madrid is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 14,271-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Bordeaux
Bordeaux is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport (EGC, 87 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport | BOD | 11 km (7 mi) | 10,171 ft | 162 ft |
| Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport (regional) | EGC | 87 km (54 mi) | 7,234 ft | 171 ft |
Book a flight to Bordeaux
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Bordeaux
Live rooms and prices for Bordeaux are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Bordeaux
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Bordeaux from Madrid?
554 km (344 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid.
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Bordeaux by air?
About 1 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Bordeaux?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madrid to Bordeaux flights?
Typically Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD); Bordeaux also has EGC.
What currency do I need in Bordeaux?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.