Airfield Status
If you are flying a jet into Bordeaux, Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport is one of the airports to look at. Runway: 05/23 – 3,100 m × 45 m bituminous mix (second runway 11/29 – 2,415 m × 45 m). Customs and immigration are on site. From Bordeaux: AIP: 10 km west of Bordeaux (drive time not published).
- Runway
- 05/23 – 3,100 m × 45 m bituminous mix (second runway 11/29 – 2,415 m × 45 m)
- Customs & immigration
- Yes – on site, 24 hours
- Business jets
- Yes. 3,100 m runway, PCN 64 F/C/W/T (AIP)
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours. Business aviation terminal 07:00–21:00 local, 24 hours on request.
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Confirm with the airport
- Telephone
- +33 (0)5 40 54 97 95 (AviaVIP FBO); +33 (0)5 56 34 50 10 (airport operations, H24)
Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 30 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source
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Arrival Protocol
Aéroport de Bordeaux-Mérignac (AviaVIP FBO: General Aviation Zone, Rue Caroline Aigle), Mérignac, 33700. The nearest major city is Bordeaux, AIP: 10 km west of Bordeaux (drive time not published).
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
Ground Movement: journey times to the airport
By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bordeaux | 25 min | 9 mi · 14 km |
| Arcachon | 1 hr | 44 mi · 71 km |
| Bergerac | 1 hr 40 min | 80 mi · 129 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft. Handling is compulsory here, so you will need to use one.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
Business aviation terminal with direct tarmac access, VIP and crew lounges, hangar.
Airport handling is mandatory. Private aircraft parking on the commercial apron is limited to 24 hours.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
Hotels, restaurants, chauffeurs and other services near Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport will be listed here. Run a business nearby? Get listed.
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Straight-line miles, not road miles.