Travelling from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Giza is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Muscat.
Every week, there are five Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, select the 08:50 SalamAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 15:10 with SalamAir.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MCT to SPX flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Giza (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is easy with SalamAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with SalamAir on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MCT and SPX:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
ج.م. 7,144 is the lowest price for a one-way Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 14,188. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from MCT to SPX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCT to SPX.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Muscat Airport (MCT)
When it comes to Muscat Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Muscat Airport from central Muscat, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MCT? If you've booked an early flight from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Once your Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight has landed, unwind at a hotel close by. Prime Select West Sodic is a great option within easy reach of SPX.
Grab a Sphinx International Airport rental car and explore Giza and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Budget and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sphinx International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Giza. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Muscat Airport to Sphinx International Airport for July if you want to go to Giza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MCT to SPX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Giza. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza. No journey is complete without a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.
