Travelling from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Giza is one hour ahead of Barcelona and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your BCN to SPX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between BCN and SPX include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
London Luton Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
At the moment, 65 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 129 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from BCN to SPX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart BCN arrive at their destination on time.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Consider a stay at Prime Select West Sodic after your Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SPX and a comfy option if you want to get some rest right away.
Pick up a Sphinx International Airport rental car and explore Giza and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Budget and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Sphinx International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
Sphinx International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Giza. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
September is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Giza in March.
Book your flight from Barcelona Airport to Sphinx International Airport for July if you want to go to Giza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BCN to SPX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Giza, now it's time to discover more of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its popular sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Port Said is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza. No journey is complete without dropping by Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.