Flying from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona one hour behind Giza.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SPX to BCN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SPX and BCN:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
R 1,455 is the lowest price for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,261. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SPX to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Of the departures from Sphinx International Airport, 69.92% touch down on time at their destination.
Sphinx International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Giza. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Check out Prime Select West Sodic. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to SPX.
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're landing on a late Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Grab a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Barcelona in January.
Book your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SPX to BCN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No journey is complete without dropping by Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.