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Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Sphinx International Airport is an international airport serving Al Jiza (Giza Governorate), Egypt. Its IATA code is SPX and its ICAO code is HESX. It has one runway, 3,650 m long.
- IATASPX
- ICAOHESX
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- SPX
- ICAO code
- HESX
- City
- Al Jiza
- Region / province
- Giza Governorate
- Country / territory
- Egypt
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 30.1082° N, 30.8957° E
- Elevation
- 155 m (510 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Cairo (UTC+03:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,650 m (11,975 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 16R/34L | 3,650 m11,975 ft | Concrete |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
7,923 km
Direct flight: ≈ 10 h 25 min
Hanoi (HAN)
7,445 km
Direct flight: ≈ 9 h 50 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
8,045 km
Direct flight: ≈ 10 h 35 min
Air freight to and from Sphinx International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Al Jiza through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Egypt
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo International Airport | CAI | 48 km |
| Capital International Airport | CCE | 91 km |
| Alexandria International Airport | HBE | 147 km |
| Port Said International Airport | PSD | 183 km |
| El Alamein International Airport | DBB | 250 km |
| El Arish International Airport | AAC | 300 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Sphinx International Airport?
The IATA code of Sphinx International Airport is SPX and its ICAO code is HESX. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Sphinx International Airport located?
Sphinx International Airport is in Al Jiza, Giza Governorate, Egypt, at coordinates 30.1082° N, 30.8957° E and an elevation of 155 m (510 ft).
How far is Sphinx International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Sphinx International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 8,045 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 7,445 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 7,923 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 10 h 35 min.
How long is the runway at Sphinx International Airport?
The longest runway at Sphinx International Airport is 3,650 m (11,975 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Sphinx International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Sphinx International Airport (SPX) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.