Sphinx Airport (SPX) Transfer Guide
Sphinx International Airport (SPX) is the closest airport to the Pyramids, about 30 km and 35β50 minutes by road. A pre-booked private car to Giza or the Grand Egyptian Museum costs about $25β70 in a sedan (2026).
Where Sphinx Airport is
Sphinx sits on the CairoβAlexandria Desert Road, west of Giza and next to Cairo West Air Base. It has one compact terminal, so the walk from the plane to the car park is short. Check your ticket carefully: some airlines sell flights to "Cairo" that land here instead of at Cairo International (CAI).
Sphinx or Cairo International?
| To | From Sphinx (SPX) | From Cairo (CAI) |
|---|---|---|
| Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum | About 30 km, 35β50 min | About 48 km, 50β75 min |
| Downtown and Zamalek | About 40 km, around 50 min | About 24 km, 35β50 min |
| New Cairo | About 75 km, around 75 min | About 22 km, 25β35 min |
| Alexandria | About 185 km, around 2ΒΌ hours | About 230 km, around 3 hours |
If you are staying near the Pyramids, Sphinx saves real time. If your hotel is in New Cairo, it adds a long cross-city drive.
What a private transfer costs
| From Sphinx Airport to | Sedan (1β3) | Minivan (4β8) |
|---|---|---|
| Giza, Grand Egyptian Museum, Sheikh Zayed, 6th of October | about $25β70 | about $40β90 |
| Downtown Cairo, Zamalek | Ask for a quote | Ask for a quote |
| New Cairo, Alexandria | Ask for a quote | Ask for a quote |
Sphinx is a newer airport with fewer published fares, so treat this range as an estimate and confirm your quote before you travel.
Getting out of the airport
- There is no metro or train link.
- Your AMEN driver waits at the arrivals exit with a name board and walks you to the car park.
- Save your hotel's address offline in case you land without data.
Airlines using Sphinx
Airlines listed for SPX in late 2026 include easyJet, Wizz Air, Air Arabia, flydubai, flynas, Kuwait Airways and Pegasus. Routes are seasonal and change often, so go by your own booking.
How to book with AMEN Limousine
AMEN Limousine is the private transfer company we recommend for this trip. It covers 11 Egyptian airports and intercity routes across the country.
- Message AMEN on WhatsApp with your route, date, flight number and number of passengers.
- You get a quote for the whole car, and that is the amount you pay.
- Once you accept, AMEN sends the driver's name, car and plate number.
- Pay the driver in cash (EGP, USD or EUR), or by card or bank transfer when booked in advance.
Included in the quote: fuel, highway tolls, airport parking and the first 60 minutes of airport waiting. Waiting caused by a flight delay is free, and short stops on the way are free if you mention them when booking.
Cars: Executive Sedan (up to 3 passengers) Β· 7-Seat Family SUV (up to 6) Β· Toyota HiAce van (up to 12) Β· Mercedes S-Class (up to 3).
Get a quote on WhatsAppFrequently Asked Questions
Which airport is closer to the Pyramids, Cairo or Sphinx?
Sphinx. It is about 30 km and 35-50 minutes from the Pyramids by road. Cairo International is about 48 km and 50-75 minutes away.
How far is Sphinx Airport from the Grand Egyptian Museum?
About 30 km by road, usually 35-50 minutes. The museum is about 2 km from the Pyramids, so both are reached on the same route.
How do I get from Sphinx Airport to Giza?
The simplest way is a pre-booked private car, which costs about $25-70 in a sedan. There is no metro or train link to the airport.
Can I use Uber at Sphinx Airport?
Check the app when you land rather than relying on it. Sphinx is outside the main city, and it is a smaller airport than Cairo International.
Which airlines fly to Sphinx Airport?
Airlines listed for SPX in late 2026 include easyJet, Wizz Air, Air Arabia, flydubai, flynas, Kuwait Airways and Pegasus. Schedules change, so check your booking.
Can I get a visa on arrival at Sphinx Airport?
Official guidance does not name every airport that sells a visa on arrival, so don't rely on it at SPX. Get an e-Visa before you fly if your nationality is eligible.