BOD

Best window seat at Merignac

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offLEFT

Bordeaux city center and Garonne River, Pont de Pierre and Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridges, Pessac-Léognan vineyards

LandingLEFT

Garonne River bend through Bordeaux, city rooftops and Pont de Pierre bridge area, Cité du Vin building near the riverbank

🛫 Taking Off from Bordeaux (BOD)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting southwest on runway 23, the city of Bordeaux and the Garonne River sit off to the northeast, which puts them on the left side of the aircraft as it climbs out. You get a good look back at the river's curve through the city and the vineyard patchwork of the Pessac-Léognan area before the plane continues over the pine forests of the Landes.
Look forBordeaux city center and Garonne River, Pont de Pierre and Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridges, Pessac-Léognan vineyards, Landes pine forest beyond the city

🛬 Landing at Bordeaux (BOD)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 23 means the approach comes in from the northeast, and Bordeaux's city center with the Garonne River sits just south of that flight path — putting it on the left side of the cabin. Right-side passengers mostly see flat pine forest and farmland with little to distinguish it.
Look forGaronne River bend through Bordeaux, city rooftops and Pont de Pierre bridge area, Cité du Vin building near the riverbank, vineyard patches of the Graves/Pessac-Léognan district

Bordeaux-Merignac is a mid-sized regional airport with a main terminal split into halls, handling both major European carriers and low-cost airlines; it's a manageable, efficient airport without the sprawl of larger French hubs.

⛰️ Elevation164 ft
🛫 Runways2 (05/23, 11/29)
✈️ HubeasyJet, Volotea, Transavia
📍 NearbyEGC 60 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Merignac (BOD)?

At Merignac in Bordeaux: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Bordeaux city center and Garonne River, Pont de Pierre and Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridges, Pessac-Léognan vineyards, Landes pine forest beyond the city.

What can I see during takeoff from Merignac in Bordeaux?

When taking off from Merignac (BOD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing southwest on runway 23, the city of Bordeaux and the Garonne River sit off to the northeast, which puts them on the left side of the aircraft as it climbs out. You get a good look back at the river's curve through the city and the vineyard patchwork of the Pessac-Léognan area before the plane continues over the pine forests of the Landes. Notable sights include: Bordeaux city center and Garonne River, Pont de Pierre and Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridges, Pessac-Léognan vineyards, Landes pine forest beyond the city.

What can I see when landing at Merignac in Bordeaux?

When landing at Merignac (BOD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 23 means the approach comes in from the northeast, and Bordeaux's city center with the Garonne River sits just south of that flight path — putting it on the left side of the cabin. Right-side passengers mostly see flat pine forest and farmland with little to distinguish it. Notable sights include: Garonne River bend through Bordeaux, city rooftops and Pont de Pierre bridge area, Cité du Vin building near the riverbank, vineyard patches of the Graves/Pessac-Léognan district.

What factors affect the best window seat at Merignac?

The best window seat at Merignac (BOD) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Bordeaux (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.