Bordeaux to London (BOD–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BOD–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 437 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 18 | 319, 320, 321 | 1h40-1h45 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 10 | 320 | 1h30-1h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Bordeaux
| Metric | BOD→LGW | BIQ→LGW | TLS→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BOD | – | 102 mi | 132 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 8 | 4 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 50m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
BOD: CEST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bordeaux, it's 5:00 PM in London.
French passport holders visit the UK visa-free for up to 6 months for tourism or business. Since April 2025, you must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and is linked to your passport number. Carriers check ETA status before boarding. You cannot work on a visitor entry.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
BOD–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOD to LGW
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and easyJet. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BOD to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOD to LGW ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 437 miles (704 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TNG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Biarritz (BIQ) and Toulouse/Blagnac (TLS).