Travelling from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid one hour behind Giza.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your SPX to MAD flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SPX and MAD:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, $129 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $296. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SPX to MAD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from SPX to MAD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Of all flights leaving Sphinx International Airport, 69.92% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Giza to Sphinx International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out Prime Select West Sodic. It's a quick drive from SPX.
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Pick up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Madrid. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SPX to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are the start of reasons to visit.