Bordeaux to Strassbourg is 471 miles (758 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Right side captures the most dramatic scenery: the Garonne valley on departure and the Vosges Mountains on arrival. The left side offers less distinctive views of inland plains for most of the flight.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Loire Valley (with the Loire River visible as a major waterway), then transitions into the Massif Central foothills. The Burgundy region's rolling terrain and vineyard areas appear in the middle section. As the aircraft approaches Alsace, the Jura Mountains become visible to the south before the Vosges dominate the final approach. The Saône River valley marks the transition between central France and the Rhine valley.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BOD
RIGHTRight side offers views of the Garonne River valley and the Atlantic coastal plains as the aircraft climbs northeastward. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain.
Landing at SXB
LEFTLeft side provides views of the Vosges Mountains as the aircraft descends toward Strasbourg from the southwest. The Rhine valley and Alsatian plains are also visible on approach, with the Vosges forming a dramatic eastern backdrop.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Merignac (BOD) to Entzheim (SXB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bordeaux to Strassbourg. Right side captures the most dramatic scenery: the Garonne valley on departure and the Vosges Mountains on arrival. The left side offers less distinctive views of inland plains for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Merignac in Bordeaux?
During takeoff from Merignac (BOD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Garonne River valley and the Atlantic coastal plains as the aircraft climbs northeastward. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Garonne River (winding south toward the Atlantic), Bordeaux city sprawl, Atlantic coastal plains extending westward, pine forests of the Landes region.
What can I see when landing at Entzheim in Strassbourg?
When landing at Entzheim (SXB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Vosges Mountains as the aircraft descends toward Strasbourg from the southwest. The Rhine valley and Alsatian plains are also visible on approach, with the Vosges forming a dramatic eastern backdrop. Notable sights include: Vosges Mountains (eastern horizon), Rhine River valley, Alsatian agricultural plains, Strasbourg city and surrounding urban sprawl.
How long is the flight from Bordeaux to Strassbourg?
The flight from Merignac (BOD) to Entzheim (SXB) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 471 miles (758 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bordeaux to Strassbourg flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Loire Valley (with the Loire River visible as a major waterway), then transitions into the Massif Central foothills. The Burgundy region's rolling terrain and vineyard areas appear in the middle section. As the aircraft approaches Alsace, the Jura Mountains become visible to the south before the Vosges dominate the final approach. The Saône River valley marks the transition between central France and the Rhine valley.