Traveling from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Giza is one hour behind Madinah and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MED to SPX flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MED and SPX include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Currently, $66 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $137. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from MED to SPX, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
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Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Of the flights that depart from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% land on time at their destination.
To reach Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from central Madinah, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MED:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Consider staying at Prime Select West Sodic after touching down from your Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from SPX and a comfortable option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Booking your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
Sphinx International Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from central Giza. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The quietest month for a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Giza based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sphinx International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Giza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MED to SPX in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Giza is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometers north-west of Giza, a trip to Alexandria will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometers north-east of Giza. No trip is complete without a visit to Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.