Travelling from Rome to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Sphinx International Airport (SPX).
The average time for a direct Rome to Sphinx International Airport flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Giza is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome. Sphinx International Airport is located in Giza.
The most popular route is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX). You can choose from 2 direct services every week. Wizz Air Malta operates a 6:05am departure between FCO and SPX.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to SPX.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Get there in one go from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Direct flights from Rome to Sphinx International Airport (SPX) can be booked from here.
You can book a direct flight from Rome to Sphinx International Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This well-known airline operates departures from FCO.
Wizz Air Malta ranks first in bookings for flights from FCO to SPX.
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rome to Sphinx International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your Rome to SPX flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.18%.
About Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sphinx International Airport is 45 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 92 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Rome to SPX, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.
August is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Rome to Sphinx International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Rome to Sphinx International Airport (SPX). October is the most popular month to visit Giza. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
Lock in a Rome to SPX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Giza to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Sphinx International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Giza
Start your Giza trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Sphinx International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. أهرامات الجيزة بجمهورية مصر, Giza Plateau and A fun tour are leading attractions which should feature on every Giza itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Giza is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres north-west of Giza, a trip to Alexandria will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Giza. No trip is complete without seeing Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.