CDG to BOD Turbulence Forecast
Is the Paris to Bordeaux flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Paris · Bordeaux · 1h 10m
⚠️ Light turbulence today
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for CDG–BOD
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About the CDG–BOD route
The Paris to Bordeaux route is a short European hop covering just 349 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 32,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.
The route is served by Air France, Transavia on Airbus A319 · Embraer 190 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 32,000 feet over a distance of 349 miles (303 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.
Turbulence levels on CDG–BOD
What to expect at each phase of the flight
SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible
Best time to fly CDG–BOD
Turbulence by month
Best seat on CDG–BOD
Airbus A319 (144 seats)
✓ Wing
Rows 10–16
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
Flew Paris–Bordeaux in January, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.
Business traveler · January
A few bumpy patches on descent, lasted maybe half an hour total. Drink service was paused briefly. Not unusual for this time of year.
Frequent flyer · March
There was some noticeable movement on descent that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · January
Frequently asked questions
Is the Paris to Bordeaux flight turbulent?
The CDG–BOD route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 10/100.
When is turbulence worst on CDG to BOD?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on CDG to BOD?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A319 (144 seats) (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 10–16. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from CDG to BOD?
The CDG to BOD flight takes approximately 1h 10m, covering 349 miles (303 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly CDG to BOD?
The main airlines operating this route are Air France, Transavia, flying Airbus A319 · Embraer 190 aircraft.
Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data
