Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Giza is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your LHR to SPX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between LHR and SPX include:
Dubai Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
$308 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. Return flights start from $493. These prices may change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LHR to SPX, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Once your London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight has touched down, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Prime Select West Sodic is a comfortable option that's not too far from SPX.
Pick up a Sphinx International Airport rental car and explore Giza and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Budget and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
Sphinx International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Giza. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Giza based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sphinx International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Giza, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LHR to SPX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Giza, now it's time to discover more of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its leading attractions. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.