Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Giza is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Riyadh.
Choose from four weekly Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport flights. The 11:00 departure with flynas is the earliest available. Flynas operates the latest service of the day at 11:15.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RUH to SPX flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Flynas is your gateway to exploring Giza (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Flynas tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 96.55% of services arriving on schedule, Flynas is the most punctual carrier for RUH to SPX flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and SPX:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight is RM468. A round-trip fare right now is RM993. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to SPX, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from RUH to SPX.
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Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart RUH reach their destination on time.
Riyadh Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport, take a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short ride from RUH.
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Consider a stay at Prime Select West Sodic after touching down from your Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. It's a short drive from SPX and a good choice if you want to freshen up right away.
Pick up a Sphinx International Airport rental car and explore Giza and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Budget and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
September is the most popular month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Giza in March.
The warmest month in Giza is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Riyadh Airport to Sphinx International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to SPX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Giza, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its popular sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.