Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Giza is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Sharjah.
Flights from SHJ to SPX start at 19:15 — the earliest with Air Arabia. The last service of the day is at 19:55 with Air Arabia. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SHJ to SPX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air Arabia has direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Giza — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.
Air Arabia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 70.0% of its services landing on schedule, Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier offering SHJ to SPX flights.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Muscat International Airport is a popular stopover on the SHJ to SPX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Right now, R 2,284 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,758. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SHJ to SPX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SHJ to SPX.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Of all flights departing from Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a convenient hotel close to SHJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Step off your Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a convenient option within easy reach of SPX, make your way to Prime Select West Sodic.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sphinx International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
Sphinx International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Giza. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
February is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Giza in April.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sphinx International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Giza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to SPX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Giza. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza. No journey is complete without dropping by Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.