Bergerac flights - Cheap flights to Bergerac

Located in southern France, just 70 miles east of Bordeaux, Bergerac is one of France's hidden gems. It's a city with a laid-back lifestyle and community spirit, where tourists feel like locals. Begin your journey by using ebookers to find low-cost flights to Bergerac. Ebookers can also help you to find the right hotel to suit your needs and even reserve a rental car.

Arriving in Bergerac

The Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport (Route d'Agen, Bergerac) is the primary airport serving the greater Bergerac area. It is conveniently located less than 4 miles southeast of the city's centre, with easy access via Av. Paul Painlevé. The airport is serviced by many major airlines, including Lufthansa, Air France and Delta, as well as lower-cost airlines.

Getting to the City

Once you land in Bergerac, you'll find that getting to the city is quick and easy. There is no public transportation available, but taxis are plentiful and are usually available outside the baggage claim area any time flights land at the airport. Renting a car is the easiest way to get around in Bergerac. Avis, Buggs, Europcar, Hertz and Ucar are all available at the airport. Although it is not required if you have a valid European driver's license, it is generally recommended that you arrange for an International Driver's License before you arrive in France. If you feel like splurging, there are also several private car services that offer ground transportation to the city.

Bergerac Weather Information

The weather in Bergerac is fairly mild year-round, with summer temperatures rarely exceeding 28°C and winter temperatures that usually hover around 10 to 12°C. Make sure to pack a warm jacket no matter what time of year you travel, as night-time temperatures can be very cool. Bergerac has its fair share of precipitation, particularly in late spring and early winter. The area averages 112 rainy days per year, so be sure to bring a rain slicker or umbrella with you.

Things to See in Bergerac

Bergerac is a fairly quiet area that is steeped in history and filled with magnificent architecture, much of it relating to religion. There are a few must-see attractions, including the neo-Gothic style Notre Dame Church, the Bergerac Museum of Religious Art, the Romanesque-style St. Jacques Church and the Eglise Sainte Catherine. Make sure to also stop at Place Pélissière on Rue St. James, one of the largest and most attractive squares in Bergerac. Make time for Le Vieux Port, a harbour that has been in operation since 1838. The Covered Market on Grand Rue is a good place to mix with the locals and do a little bit of shopping.

Your French Connection

Bergerac is the perfect place to have a low-key holiday while learning about the rich history of southern France. Once you've been there, you'll want to keep going back, and ebookers can make it easy to plan your trip. Whether you're looking for affordable flights to Bergerac or sales on hotel rooms, ebookers will be able to help.