Travelling from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Giza and Athens are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SPX to ATH flight.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SPX and ATH include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $162. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $294. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SPX to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SPX to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sphinx International Airport, data shows 69.92% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Sphinx International Airport from central Giza, it'll take about 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a short drive from SPX, book a night at Prime Select West Sodic and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're coming in on a late Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and chase adventure across Athens and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Sphinx International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SPX to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you want to check out another great destination in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.