Travelling from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Giza is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Sharjah.
Every week, there are three Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, take the 19:15 Air Arabia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:55 with Air Arabia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to SPX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Arabia has direct flights from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Giza — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
Air Arabia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating SHJ to SPX flights, Air Arabia is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Istanbul Sabiha Airport is a popular stopover on the SHJ to SPX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight is $314. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $706. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from SHJ to SPX, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SHJ to SPX.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to Sharjah Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SHJ:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Get off your Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a handy option within easy reach of SPX, make your way to Prime Select West Sodic.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sphinx International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Budget or Avis to explore Giza and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
September is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Giza in March.
When reserving your flight from Sharjah Airport to Sphinx International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Giza, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to SPX in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've seen Giza. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.