Travelling from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 1 hour ahead of Giza, where Sphinx International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from SPX to Istanbul. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul that lands at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
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We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from SPX to Istanbul that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
You will need an e-visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Egypt and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
SPX is about 40 kilometres from central Giza. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Get your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul off to a stress-free start. Only a quick drive from SPX, spend the night at Villa one and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Istanbul
C$120 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start at C$267. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SPX to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Getting a cheap ticket from SPX to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from SPX to Istanbul at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from SPX to Istanbul in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Sphinx International Airport to Istanbul.
