Flying from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is 1 hour behind Giza, where Sphinx International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from SPX to Paris, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like October, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from SPX to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a passport from Egypt, you'll need an embassy visa to enter France. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Paris for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Central Giza to SPX is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Paris? Check out Villa one. Get some shut-eye here before making your way to SPX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Paris
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Paris is C$110. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$246. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SPX to Paris. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Sphinx International Airport to Paris across the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sphinx International Airport to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is approximately 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). As soon as your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Paris has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 34 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 57 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near ORY. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from SPX to Paris at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Paris in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Paris for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SPX to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Paris, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Sphinx International Airport to Paris to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need on car rentals in Paris, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.