Bordeaux–Mérignac (BOD) Airport Statistics 2024

Page Last Updated: 29 September 2025

Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD) serves as the main air gateway for France’s Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It handles millions of travelers each year and plays a key role in both domestic and international air traffic across southwestern France.

Overview

How many passengers pass through Bordeaux Airport each year?

Bordeaux Airport handles approximately 6.6 million passengers annually. It remains one of France’s leading regional airports, with steady recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic.

BOD processed 6.59 million passengers in 2024, a 0.15% increase from the previous year
The airport reached its record high of 7.7 million passengers in 2019 before traffic fell sharply to 2.25 million in 2020, a 71% drop.
Recovery began in 2021 with 3.05 million passengers (35% increase YoY), followed by a stronger rebound in 2022 with 5.7 million passengers (up 86.9% YoY).
By 2023, passenger volume reached 6.58 million, about 85% of the 2019 peak and has remained steady.

Domestic vs International Passengers

Bordeaux Airport has shifted from primarily domestic traffic to a more internationally focused operation. International travelers now make up the majority of passengers.

In 2024, international passengers accounted for 69.0% of total traffic, or 4.55 million travelers.
Domestic traffic made up 31.0%, at a total of 2.04 million passengers

Aircraft Operations at Bordeaux Airport (BOD)

Bordeaux Airport sees over 65,000 aircraft operations annually.

In 2024, there were 65,435 takeoffs and landings, a 4.1% decrease compared to 68,223 operations in 2023.
The airport hit its peak in 2019 at 84,329 operations, which dropped to 38,840 in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Activity began to recover in 2021 at 48,422 operations and rose to 64,642 in 2022.

Which airlines operate the most flights out of Bordeaux Airport?

Low-cost carriers dominate the airline landscape at Bordeaux Airport, with easyJet taking the lead following Ryanair’s exit in late 2024.

easyJet leads serving 172 weekly flights, a 30.9% share of all departures.
Volotea ranks second among low-cost carriers with 66 weekly flights and an 11.8% market share.
Air France continues to operate as the primary legacy carrier, offering 62 weekly flights and holding an 11.1% share.

Monthly Trends in Passenger Traffic

Passenger traffic at Bordeaux Airport varies seasonally. Summer months see the highest volumes.

In 2024, the busiest months were August (approximately 709,800 passengers) and July (701,300 passengers).
May and June followed with 678,100 and 667,500 passengers respectively.
The lowest numbers were recorded in November (350,100) and January (364,900).

How many routes does BOD serve?

The Bordeaux Airport network peaked at 113 destinations in 2019, representing nearly 200% growth from 38 destinations in 2009
Summer 2023 featured 128 routes to 92 destinations served by 24 airlines
2024 advertised 149 routes to 97 destinations before Ryanair’s departure

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How much cargo does Bordeaux Airport handle annually?

Bordeaux Airport handles around 20,000 tons of cargo per year.
The airport processed 19,737 tons of freight in 2024, a 1.4% increase from 19,472 tons in 2023.
Before the pandemic in 2019, the airport handled 23,605 tons, which declined slightly to 20,142 tons in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Cargo volume rose to 22,035 tons in 2021 and 20,805 tons in 2022.

How much revenue does Bordeaux Airport generate each year?

Bordeaux Airport has generated over €90 million in revenue annually in recent years.

2023 airport revenue: €90.4 million
2024 airport revenue: €95.4 million

Notable Incidents at Bordeaux Airport

December 21, 1987 – Air Littoral Flight 1919: An Embraer EMB 120RT Brasilia (F-GEGH) crashed during approach to Bordeaux Airport, killing all 16 occupants in the deadliest aviation accident in the airport’s history.
December 31, 2022 – Serious Runway Incursion: An easyJet Airbus A320 from London Gatwick nearly collided with a DR400 light aircraft left on runway 23. The oversight by the air traffic controller forced a go-around at just 103 feet altitude, with only 178 feet of vertical separation between the aircraft.

Bordeaux Airport Fast Facts

Airport ground area: 850 hectares
Terminals: 3
- Terminal A
- Terminal B
- Terminal Billi
Runway: 2
- Runway 05/23: 3,100 m length
- Runway 11/29: 2,415 m length
Departure gates: 39
Departure lounges: 2

Other Airport Statistics

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References

UAF: Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport Passenger, Movement and Cargo Data
SF: Airlines’ Market Share at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport
INSEE: Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport Monthly Passenger Volume
CALAMEO: Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport Annual Revenue Data
BEA: Incident at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport
BOD: Key Facts and Figures about Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport