Flying from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport (SPX): What you need to know
Giza is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Giza Sphinx International Airport is located in Giza, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to SPX, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Chicago to SPX, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is an option when you're setting off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to SPX flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
76% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Giza Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
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Getting from Giza Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
From Giza Sphinx International Airport, central Giza is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Right now, ₹ 57,307 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 88,385. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to SPX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
January is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport (SPX). Visit Giza in November if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Giza is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your Chicago to SPX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about Giza
Start your Giza trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Giza Sphinx International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Great Sphinx of Giza and Great Pyramid of Giza are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Giza travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Khufu Pyramid.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Giza. Around 153 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 193 kilometres northeast of Giza. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are highlights.
