Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Giza's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ATH to SPX flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATH and SPX:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight is Rs29,605. A round-trip fare is currently Rs66,249. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ATH to SPX, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights taking off from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Hop off your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfortable option a short journey from SPX, unpack your bags at Prime Select West Sodic.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
Sphinx International Airport to the centre of Giza has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
February is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Giza in April.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sphinx International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Giza, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to SPX in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Giza, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
