Travelling from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Giza.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your SPX to BHX flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SPX and BHX:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Antalya Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight is 70 €. A return fare right now is 172 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SPX to BHX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from SPX to BHX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
69.92% of flights that leave from Sphinx International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Giza to Sphinx International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport, check out Prime Select West Sodic. It's a quick drive from SPX.
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Book a hotel near BHX if you're on a late Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Birmingham's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Birmingham International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Birmingham in January.
Before locking in your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Birmingham International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SPX to BHX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.