Edinburgh to Bordeaux (EDI–BOD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
EDI–BOD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 777 miles in approximately 2h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 4 | 320 | 2h05-3h01 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bordeaux from Edinburgh
| Metric | EDI→BOD | GLA→BOD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from EDI | – | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 33m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
EDI: BST · BOD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Edinburgh, it's 7:00 PM in Bordeaux.
British passport holders enter France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit. ID cards are no longer accepted for UK nationals.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (EUR 65 per day if staying in a hotel, EUR 32.50 per day if staying with a host, per the French consular tariff). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. French overseas territories (Martinique, Guadeloupe, Reunion, French Guiana, Mayotte) have separate entry conditions. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London to Paris run about 1 hour 15 minutes, with Eurostar at 2 hours 15 minutes city center to city center. Budget carriers serve dozens of French airports from UK regionals. France uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for short visits. The Eurostar and Le Shuttle (car train) from Folkestone clear both UK and French immigration at the UK terminal before departure, so passport checks happen on the British side.
EDI–BOD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EDI to BOD
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and TUI Airways. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EDI to BOD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EDI to BOD is about 2 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 777 miles (1,251 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Birmingham, London Luton and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Glasgow (GLA).