Malaga Airport Bus
IATA code: AGP
ICAO code: LEMG
Passengers: ~ 19 million
Malaga Airport is the fourth busiest airport in Spain after Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca.
It is an extremely important airport for Spanish tourism since it serves Malaga and the entire region of Costa de Sol. It is located 8km southwest of the city centre.
With over 60 connections worldwide, the airport handles approximately 19 million passengers per year.
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How to get from Malaga Airport to Malaga
Public bus
The Line Malaga Express provides a connection between the airport and the city centre.
- The route has 10 stops along the way.
- The travel time is 15 – 25 min, depending on the traffic.
- A single ticket costs 3€ and you can purchase it directly from the driver.
- The bus runs every 20 minutes.
- The driving hours are: 07:00 a.m. – 00:00 a.m.
- See the timetable.
Train
In order to reach Renfe Malaga Airport Train Station, leave the Arrivals Hall in Terminal 3. Take the Malaga Cercanias Line in direction of Fuengirola.
- Trains do not run after midnight.
- The furthest point you can reach by train is Fuengirola, after which you have to use a bus or a car to go to resorts like La Cala, Mijas, Marbella, etc.
Taxi Services
At Malaga airport there are plenty of taxis waiting for you outside the Arrivals Hall, but in summer you may have to wait a while due to lots of tourists.
Make sure the taxi drivers have their taximeters on when you leave the airport. There is a sign at the taxi rank that sets out the fares to the most popular destinations.
However, keep in mind that the prices vary depending on the day, time, season, etc.
Transfer
The safer option than a taxi service is booking the door-to-door transfer, especially if you’re carrying a lot of luggage. The driver will wait for you in the Arrivals area with your name sign.
Don’t worry if your plane is late, the company monitors your flight arrival. Another plus is that private transfer companies give you the option to pre-order a child seat, which taxis, according to Spanish law, are not obliged to have.
Rent a Car
8 companies offer their services directly at the airport. The desks are located on the ground floor Arrivals Area of Terminal 3. To avoid a queue, especially during summer season, book your car online.
Renting a bus at Malaga Airport
In case you are coming with a larger group of people (10+), the best option is to rent a bus prior to your arrival. After doing so, the bus rental companies will inform you of the pick-up point.
Direct routes from Malaga Airport
From AGP to Marbella: The Avanza Bus company takes you to Marbella, directly from Malaga airport. You can buy a ticket online or at the Ticket Office outside the Arrivals Hall.
- One way ticket costs 6,15 – 8,20€, depending on the season.
- The journey time is 45 minutes.
- See the bus driving schedule.
From AGP to Estepona: The same company links the airport and the city of Estepona.
- The driving time is 1h 15 min.
- A single ticket costs 8,70 – 10,70€.
From AGP to Algeciras: Avanza bus also provides a connection to Algeciras, however, keep in mind that during winter season the departures are much less frequent than in summer months.
- The price of one ticket is between 8,65€ and 17,30€.
- The ride is 1h 55min long.
From AGP to Sevilla, Granada, Almeria, Almunecar, Nerja and Torrox: The ALSA bus company offers severals routes a day to the cities nearby. You can buy your ticket online, at the ticket office or by phone.
From AGP/San Isidro to Alhaurin de la Torre: Keep in mind that this bus line M-135 does not stop directly at the airport. You ought to go to the main road (San Isidro) to board the bus. Check out the departure schedule.
Airlines at the airport
Currently, there are 40 airlines handling mostly international flights to and from the airport.
Some of the most popular routes are to London, Amsterdam, Barcelona and Copenhagen.
Malaga Airport is a hub for the following airlines:
- easyJet
- Norwegian Air Shuttle
- Ryanair
- Vueling
Services and Facilities
If you’re waiting for your flight or you’re on a layover, maybe some of these services and facilities available at the airport in Malaga will help you:
| SERVICES AND FACILITIES | LOCATION |
| ATMs | Floor 0 & 1 |
| Children’s Play Areas | Floor 0 & 1 |
| Lost Baggage | Floor 0 |
| Luggage Wrapping | Floor 1 |
| Nursing Room | Floor 0 |
| Car Park | Terminal 1 & 2 |
| Free WiFi |
Accommodation near Malaga Airport
The nearest hotel Holiday Inn Express is only 600 m from the airport. Check out the other options on the map below:
Malaga Airport FAQs
No, the local bus line runs throughout the day, the train until midnight as well, but in case you don’t catch up on them, you will find taxis waiting outside the Arrivals Hall at any time.
Yes, of course. The best way to do so is to take the local bus or train which will take you directly from the airport to the city centre. From there, every part of the city is well-connected by means of public transport. The airport is only 8km from the city, so you will get there in less than 20 minutes.
Yes, as a popular tourist resort Malaga has good connections with other parts of Costa de Sol. You can visit Estepona, Algeciras, Marbella or other nearby cities like Sevilla and Granada, all directly from the airport. In case you want to explore more places, go to the Malaga central station and check your options there, for example from Malaga to Barcelona, Malaga to Valencia or Malaga to Cordoba.
Yes, the airport provides free WiFi internet access to all passengers.
Yes, the ATMs and exchange service are located at the airport, but it would be better to exchange the money before the trip and have some euros on you since the rate will be a lot higher on the spot and no currency other than euro is accepted.
