Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Giza's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Giza one hour ahead of Barcelona.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BCN to SPX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BCN and SPX:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
London Luton Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
R 1,068 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,213. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to SPX if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from BCN to SPX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on time at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Once your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Prime Select West Sodic is a good option within easy reach of SPX.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
From Sphinx International Airport, Giza is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
February is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Giza in April.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sphinx International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Giza during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to SPX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Giza. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.