BOD - Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport
Bordeaux, France
IATA Code: BOD · Bordeaux, France
The airport code BOD is the IATA identifier for Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport. You may also find it referred to as Bordeaux Airport (BOD).
Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD) serves Bordeaux, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BOD is the IATA airport code for Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, located in Bordeaux, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.8283°N, 0.7156°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BOD
- City
- Bordeaux
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 44.8283°
- Longitude
- -0.7156°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BOD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RYN - Royan | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 155 km | $2,391 | $5/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 310 km | $4,783 | $10/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 325 km | $5,014 | $10/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| VNE - Vannes | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BOD Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BOD
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Bordeaux
Bordeaux experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BOD
As a European airport, BOD falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via BOD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BOD
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BOD are RYN, EGC, CNG — consider these for potentially lower fares