Travelling from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is two hours behind Giza and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SPX to LGW flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SPX and LGW:
Antalya Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
P4,301 is currently the best price for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts from P8,988. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from SPX to LGW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Of the departures from Sphinx International Airport, 69.92% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Sphinx International Airport from central Giza, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, take a look at Prime Select West Sodic. It's a short drive from SPX.
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sphinx International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SPX to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.