Sphinx Airport (SPX) transfers
Sphinx International Airport (SPX) is the nearest airport to the Pyramids, roughly 30 km and 35–50 minutes away by road. A private car booked ahead to Giza or the Grand Egyptian Museum costs about USD 25–70 in a sedan (2026), per car.
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Where Sphinx Airport is
Sphinx lies on the Cairo–Alexandria Desert Road, west of Giza, beside Cairo West Air Base. Its single terminal is compact, so it is a short walk from the aircraft to the car park. Read your ticket closely: some airlines sell "Cairo" flights that actually land here rather than at Cairo International (CAI).
Sphinx versus Cairo International
| To | From Sphinx (SPX) | From Cairo (CAI) |
|---|---|---|
| Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum | About 30 km, 35–50 min | About 48 km, 50–75 min |
| Downtown and Zamalek | About 40 km, around 50 min | About 24 km, 35–50 min |
| New Cairo | About 75 km, around 75 min | About 22 km, 25–35 min |
| Alexandria | About 185 km, around 2¼ hours | About 230 km, around 3 hours |
Staying by the Pyramids, Sphinx saves you real time. Staying in New Cairo, it means a long drive right across the city.
Private transfer prices
| From Sphinx Airport to | Sedan (1–3) | Minivan (4–8) |
|---|---|---|
| Giza, Grand Egyptian Museum, Sheikh Zayed, 6th of October | about USD 25–70 | about USD 40–90 |
| Downtown Cairo, Zamalek | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| New Cairo, Alexandria | Quote on request | Quote on request |
Sphinx is a newer airport and fewer fares are published for it, so take this range as an estimate and confirm your price before you travel.
Leaving the airport
- No metro or rail line serves the airport.
- Your AMEN driver meets you at the arrivals exit with a name board and walks you to the car.
- Save your hotel address offline in case you land without data.
Airlines at Sphinx
Late 2026 listings for SPX include easyJet, Wizz Air, Air Arabia, flydubai, flynas, Kuwait Airways and Pegasus. Routes are seasonal and change often, so your own booking is what counts.
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 Your route, date, flight number and number of passengers.
- Get a price for the whole car That is the amount you pay.
- Meet your driver Once you accept, AMEN sends the driver's name, car and plate number.
- Pay on the day In cash (EGP, USD or EUR), or by card or bank transfer when booked in advance.
Included: 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) · 7-Seat Family SUV (up to 6) · Toyota HiAce van (up to 12) · Mercedes S-Class (up to 3).
Get a quote on WhatsAppFrequently asked questions
Is Cairo or Sphinx Airport closer to the Pyramids?
Sphinx. It is roughly 30 km and 35–50 minutes from the Pyramids by road, while Cairo International is about 48 km and 50–75 minutes away.
How far is Sphinx Airport from the Grand Egyptian Museum?
Around 30 km by road, normally 35–50 minutes. The museum lies about 2 km from the Pyramids, so one route serves both.
What is the easiest way from Sphinx Airport to Giza?
A private car booked ahead, at about USD 25–70 in a sedan. No metro or train line reaches the airport.
Does Uber work at Sphinx Airport?
Open the app when you land, but don't count on it. Sphinx is outside the city and much smaller than Cairo International.
Which airlines fly into Sphinx?
Late 2026 listings for SPX include easyJet, Wizz Air, Air Arabia, flydubai, flynas, Kuwait Airways and Pegasus. Timetables shift, so check your own booking.
Can I buy a visa on arrival at Sphinx Airport?
Official guidance does not list every airport that sells a visa on arrival, so don't depend on it at SPX. Getting an e-Visa before you fly is the safer route.