- Must visit
La Cité du Vin
Immersive museum on wine cultures and tasting, combining interactive exhibits, architecture and panoramic city views.
Flights from Alicante to Bordeaux depart on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 722 km distance in 1h 35m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 722 km |
Average flight duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Flights per day 14 |
Fastest flight 1h 35m |
First flight 0:15 |
Last flight 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£95
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£492
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
6 h 1 m
Flights on 19 Sept
42
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Bordeaux will cost around £492 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £95.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 42 flights from Alicante to Bordeaux, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 722 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 8 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
BA2570 · BA2657
BA2572 · BA2655
V72429
BA8055+
BA2572
KL1540 · KL1445
V72429
KL1540 · KL1447
BA8055+
BA2572
IB5009 · IB5437
IB1010 · IB1203Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £117 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £117, while a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 722 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£180 Average Price | £117 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price | £168 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 4m Average total duration 15h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 25m Average total duration 19h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Bordeaux:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Bordeaux costing on average £142.
A coach is £63 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Bordeaux costing on average £180.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Coach takes on average 15h 34m.
Train takes on average 19h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Bordeaux flights for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA2570 · BA2657 | 22:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h30 | 9:30 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL2642+ KL1441 | 22:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 12h30 | 11:05 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL2642+ KL1445 | 22:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 17h45 | 16:20 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL2642+ KL1447 | 22:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 24h10 | 22:45 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
VY1313 · VY8242+ 5454 | 0:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 19h33 | 19:48 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
FR 6454+ AF7333 · AF7436 | 6:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h55 | 18:10 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
FR 6454+ AF7331 · AF7436 | 6:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h55 | 18:10 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
FR 6454+ AF7335 · AF7436 | 6:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h55 | 18:10 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
IB5001 · IB5228+ 5240 | 6:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 15h27 | 22:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
IB5001 · IB5437 | 6:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 10h20 | 16:55 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
VY1301 · VY8248+ 5240 | 6:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 15h27 | 22:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
V72429 | 8:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 1h35 | 9:35 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5009 · IB5437 | 9:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 7h55 | 16:55 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
IB5009 · IB5228+ 5240 | 9:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 13h02 | 22:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
VY1309 · VY8248+ 5240 | 9:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 13h02 | 22:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
IB1010 · IB1203 | 9:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 8h10 | 17:25 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
BA7074+ BA459+ BA2572 | 9:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h20 | 20:35 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
IB1010 · IB573+ 5454 | 9:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 10h33 | 19:48 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
IB1010 · IB573+ 5240 | 9:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 12h47 | 22:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
BA7074 · BA7056+ BA2572 | 9:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h20 | 20:35 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
KL2640+ KL1447 | 10:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 11h55 | 22:45 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL2640+ KL1441 | 10:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 24h15 | 11:05 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
BA2655 · BA2572 | 10:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 9h40 | 20:35 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
BA8055+ BA2572 | 13:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 6h55 | 20:35 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL1540 · KL1445 | 17:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 24h00 | 17:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL1540 · KL1441 | 17:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 17h50 | 11:05 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
KL1540 · KL1447 | 17:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 5h30 | 22:45 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
LH1175 · LH1186+ LX552 | 17:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 20h35 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1175 · LH1182+ LX552 | 17:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 20h35 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1175+ LX552+ LH1184 | 17:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 20h35 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LH4143+ LH2258 | 18:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 23h40 | 17:50 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
LH4143+ LX1101+ LX552 | 18:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 20h05 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LH4143+ LX1109+ LX552 | 18:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 20h05 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LX2177+ LX1102+ LH2258 | 19:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 22h20 | 17:50 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LX2177+ LX1100+ LH2258 | 19:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 22h20 | 17:50 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
LX2177+ LX552 | 19:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 18h45 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 1 change | |
SN3774+ SN2641+ LH2258 | 20:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 21h10 | 17:50 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
SN3774+ LX787+ LX552 | 20:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 17h35 | 14:15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
SN3774+ SN2643+ LH2258 | 20:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 21h10 | 17:50 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2 changes | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Immersive museum on wine cultures and tasting, combining interactive exhibits, architecture and panoramic city views.
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculptures and changing exhibitions in two elegant historic wings.
Contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, showing ambitious temporary exhibitions in a distinctive industrial space.
Reflective water feature beside Place de la Bourse, popular for photos, cooling off and seeing Bordeaux's façades mirrored.
Large public garden with lawns, trees, playgrounds and a lakeside area, well suited to a relaxed break near the centre.
Lively central district of narrow streets, shops and historic buildings, ideal for wandering and experiencing daily city life.
A sweet white wine from nearby Sauternes, prized for botrytis-rich grapes and long ageing. It is one of Bordeaux’s most traditional and celebrated drinks.
Bordeaux’s famous red wine blend, typically led by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It defines the region’s food culture and is central to local dining.
A small caramelised pastry with a dark crust and soft custardy centre, flavoured with vanilla and rum. It is the city’s signature sweet treat.
Refined dining room near the public garden, known for polished French cuisine with regional produce and a formal atmosphere.
Long-running canelé specialist known for crisp, deeply caramelised canelés. Ideal for tasting Bordeaux’s signature pastry.
Historic brasserie serving oysters, seafood platters and south-western classics in an elegant Belle Époque dining room.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are cheaper than Paris, but central stays and wine-focused restaurants can raise costs. Trams are reasonably priced.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Bordeaux Mérignac Airport -> Pey-Berland, Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Bordeaux by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Bordeaux flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Bordeaux airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Bordeaux Mérignac Airport is 5 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Mérignac Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals A and B.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bordeaux Mérignac Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Mérignac Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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