Flying from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona is one hour behind Giza and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SPX to BCN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona Airport. These are the top stopovers between SPX and BCN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona Airport flight is $148. A return fare is currently $290. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SPX to BCN, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SPX to BCN.
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Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
72% of flights departing from Sphinx International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sphinx International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Giza. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Reserve a hotel near BCN if you have a late Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Barcelona Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Barcelona Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Barcelona in March.
When booking your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SPX to BCN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Logroño is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No journey is complete without experiencing Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.