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Merignac (LFBD/BOD) — Bordeaux, France

Merignac (LFBD/BOD) serves Bordeaux, France. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05/23, 11/29). Field elevation is 162 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
60 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 35 on the ground · busiest hour 16:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: LFBD
  • Name: Merignac
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 44.8283
  • Longitude: -0.715556
  • Elevation: 162 ft
  • Country: France
  • Municipality: Bordeaux
  • IATA Code: BOD
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Paris
  • Distance from City: 10.8 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 10171 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 64F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, TACAN, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: TORA: 3100m, TODA: 3500m, ASDA: 3100m, LDA: 3100m

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 7923 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 53F/C/W/T
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, TACAN, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: TORA: 2415m, TODA: 2575m, ASDA: 2415m, LDA: 2415m

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 120.575 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.275, 126.730, 129.875, 121.200 MHz
  • ATIS: 131.150 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +33 0 55 63 45 01
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.bordeaux.aeroport.fr/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 10.89 per tonne MTOW
  • Parking Fee: EUR 6.73 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Fees per published AIP France tariff for Bordeaux-Merignac. VAT included.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Jet A-1 supplied by local provider at Bordeaux-Merignac. Into-plane service included.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Bordeaux-Merignac. Immigration office operational during published hours.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: 24-hour operations permitted at Bordeaux-Merignac. Voluntary noise abatement between 2200-0600 local. Follow published procedures.

Alternates

LFBH

  • ICAO: LFBH
  • Name: Ile De Re
  • Distance (NM): 83.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at La Rochelle.

LFBP

  • ICAO: LFBP
  • Name: Pau/Pyrenees
  • Distance (NM): 87.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Pau-Pyrenees.

LFBZ

  • ICAO: LFBZ
  • Name: Bayonne-Anglet
  • Distance (NM): 88.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Biarritz. Immigration office operational during published hours.

LESO

  • ICAO: LESO
  • Name: San Sebastian
  • Distance (NM): 99.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at San Sebastian where available.

Airport Services

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France Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 2 business days (non-EU charter, standard). 10 business days for EU-registered charter with 5th/7th freedom rights. First-time operators should allow extra time.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at busy airports (CDG, ORY).

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Active NOTAMs

A4834/26 info
Aerodrome restriction
THIS AD CANNOT BE CHOSEN AS AN ALTERNATE AD EXC FOR ACFT PERMITTED ON RWY 11/29 AND MIL ACFT COMING TO MIL PARKING AREAS.
2026-07-28 04:30:00 2026-07-29 04:00:00
F1593/26 warning
Rescue/fire restriction
SEE A4929/26
2026-07-24 14:05:41 Until further notice
A4929/26 warning
Rescue/fire restriction
IFR AND VFR TRAINING FORBIDDEN WI AQUITAINE FIS 1
2026-07-24 14:03:00 2026-07-27 12:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at LFBD?
The tower frequency at Merignac is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at LFBD?
Merignac offers Jet A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does LFBD require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Merignac (France).
Where is LFBD located?
Merignac (LFBD) is located in Bordeaux, France.
What is the IATA code for LFBD?
The IATA code for Merignac is BOD.
How long is the runway at LFBD?
The main runway at Merignac (05/23) measures 10171 X 148.
Does LFBD have an ILS approach?
Yes, Merignac has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
Is LFBD a port of entry?
Yes, Merignac is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.