Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Giza is two hours ahead of Lisbon and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LIS to SPX flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LIS and SPX:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
London Luton Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
$84 is the best price for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. Return flights start from $186. These fares may change based on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIS to SPX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometers from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LIS:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Consider a stay at Prime Select West Sodic after your Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. It's not too far from SPX and a comfortable option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Booking your ride from Sphinx International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
From Sphinx International Airport, Giza is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
February is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Giza in April.
Lock in your flight from Lisbon Portela 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).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to SPX in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Giza is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you'll want to see. About 177 kilometers north-west of Giza, a trip to Alexandria will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometers north-east of Giza, Port Said is another favorite stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.