Traveling from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Dubai is two hours ahead of Giza and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from SPX to DXB start at 00:35 — the earliest with flydubai. The last service of the day is at 12:15 with flydubai. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SPX to DXB 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.
Flying during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Dubai (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch with flydubai. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Most travelers choose to fly with flydubai on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for SPX to DXB flights is flydubai.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SPX and DXB:
Muscat International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
$125 is the best price for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. A return flight starts at $254. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book five months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SPX to DXB.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SPX to DXB.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
69.92% of flights that leave from Sphinx International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Giza to Sphinx International Airport is around 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport, check out Prime Select West Sodic. It's a quick drive from SPX.
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the most popular month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Dubai in April.
Lock in your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to explore Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 86ºF and 108ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from SPX to DXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 57ºF and 77ºF on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 14 miles north-east to Sharjah to check off its leading sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 75 miles south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are key reasons to visit.
