Málaga Airport, officially known as Málaga - Costa del Sol Airport, is an international airport located 8 km (5 miles) away from Málaga, Spain. AGP is the fourth busiest airport in the country and the main one serving Costa del Sol, a very popular holiday destination. Because of that, this airport is quite significant for Spanish tourism.
If you’re driving to the airport, use the following address to get directions:
Málaga - Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Av. del Comandante García Morato, s/n
29004, Málaga, Spain
Ground Transportation
Malaga is a port city, the largest one on the Costa del Sol. This area is known for amazing hotels and sandy beaches, but also for some magnificent historical monuments like cathedrals, museums, and the Alcazaba fortress. If you plan on coming to this beautiful city, the first thing you should do (after booking a hotel) is finding a reliable airport transfer from Malaga.
There are many Malaga Airport transfers, rideshare companies, private transfers, Taxi Malaga, car hire options, and public buses at AGP Airport. We’ve listed below everything you need to know about each option to help you find the best deal. Book your Malaga Airport transfer with us!
Malaga Airport Transfers
To help you find both cheap and safe rides, we must mention the companies offering Malaga Airport transfers via shared shuttles or private comfortable vehicles. Shared rides are cheaper but take longer, while private airport transfers are more expensive but much faster. It is up to you to pick a vehicle according to your possibilities.
We discovered the best airport transfer companies in the area; check below and find out their rates and contact information.
Malaga Shuttle Bus can provide you with affordable and reliable Malaga Airport transfers whether you’re traveling alone or with a family. They offer both airport shuttle rides and excursions for those who want to explore the area.
Looking for a Malaga Airport shuttle to Marbella or Estepona? See our list below to discover their rates to those and several other destinations:
Pre-book a direct shuttle ride to receive an e-mail instant confirmation - print it out and bring it with you. Upon the flight arrival, go to the Tour operator’s area (inside the Arrivals Hall) and look for Stand #7 with the sign Malaga Shuttle Bus.
For more information, customers may call +34 902 105 217 or visit their website.
Malaga Minibus Transfer Company offers airport transportation from AGP to the entire Costa del Sol ideal for those traveling with a group of friends. Apart from this, they also cover golf transfers from Malaga Airport and daily excursions.
Check their minibus rates from the airport (AGP) to some popular destinations in the area:
There are no hidden fees.
It gets better; you don’t have to pay for the ride before you arrive at your destination. Book your airport transfer online or call Customer Support at +34 679 216 671.
Where to meet your driver at Malaga Airport AGP?
After collecting your luggage, meet the driver in front of the Baggage Claim area. He will hold an A4 AENA card with the passenger’s name and take you to your airport bus. In case of a flight delay, don’t worry - Malaga Airport transfers will be there when you arrive.
Shuttle Spain is a transportation company offering low-cost rides via shared shuttle buses along with luxury and private transfers from Malaga Airport. Use their website to book a ride and have no worries when starting your holiday.
Discover their competitive shared shuttle bus rates (without hidden extras) in the following list:
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Shuttle Spain at +34 971 369 992, or read FAQs on their website.
If you’re looking for private transfers, we found a great company for you. Simply Shuttles’ car services are the perfect way to start your vacation - they are suitable for Malaga Airport low-cost transfers, golf/cycling rides, sightseeing trips, and more.
Their polite drivers can take you to Malaga City or Torremolinos in their luxury vehicles for 50€, or you can use services from Malaga Airport to Marbella or Nerja and pay 85€.
Use their website to find out more rates or additional information. You can also call +34 951 279 117 and ask whatever you want to know.
Rideshare
If you’re looking for app-based Malaga Airport transfers, you’ll be happy to know that Uber is operating in Costa del Sol. However, we compared the prices with some of the above-mentioned airport shuttle buses, and Uber is actually more expensive.
Nevertheless, we’ve listed the estimates to a few destinations so that you can see for yourself and choose the ride that best suits you.
Uber Malaga Airport:
- to Malaga City: 19€
- to Fuengirola: 35€
- to Marbella: 82€
Download the app to pre-book your ride. You’ll get a booking confirmation with detailed instructions on how to find your vehicle at AGP.
Malaga Airport Taxi
According to some reviews, the easiest way to get to nearly all destinations is by grabbing a cab, especially if you have plenty of luggage. To find taxi transfer services at Malaga Airport, go to the taxi rank in the Arrivals of Terminal 3. Also, remember to pick a white vehicle with a blue stripe on the side - those are the official vehicles.
Taxi operators available at AGP Airport are:
- Radiotaxi: +34 952 040 804
- Unitaxi: +34 952 333 333
The prices depend on where you want to go - there are urban taxi fares (1) and intercity fares (2).
Fare 1 is applied from 06 AM to 10 PM on weekdays:
- Minimum fare: 1.49€
- Price per kilometer: 0.86€
Fare 2 is applied from 10 PM to 6 AM on weekdays, Saturdays, and public holidays:
- Minimum taxi fare: 1.85€
- Price per km: 1.06€
Car Hire
If you want to be able to thoroughly explore Costa del Sol, visit La Malagueta’s beach bars, or discover tropical flora in Botanical Gardens, you should definitely hire a car. That way, you’ll be able to visit any location you want and stay there as much as you want. Also, free cancellation is provided by most of the companies.
Car Hire offices are now between baggage reclaim carousels 28 and 31. There are several companies offering convenient Malaga Airport transfers:
Public Transportation
The cheapest mode of transport, public transportation, is available at Malaga Airport in the Arrivals of Terminal 3, ground floor. Several bus lines operate to/from AGP - city buses, intercity buses, and long-distance buses.
If you’re looking for a connection between the airport and the city center, there’s an Express Bus Service operating from 07 AM to 12 AM: Paseo del Parque / Aeropuerto Express line.
The one-way fare for this line is only 3€. You won’t find a cheaper way to get to the city.
There are 3 intercity direct bus lines.
- Airport - Marbella Line: fares starting from 6.15€ (not higher than 8.35€).
- Estepona - Airport Line: the one-way fare is 10.90€.
- M - 135 Line (Malaga - Santa Amalia): this line doesn’t stop at the airport (AGP), you’ll have to walk to San Isidro Road.
If you’re trying to find Malaga Airport transfers to Seville, Granada, Algeciras, or Motril, the long-distance buses are definitely the cheapest option.
The one-way ticket will cost 20€.
Where to purchase a bus ticket?
Exit Terminal 3 Arrival Hall, turn right, and head outside into the square. There are a couple of kiosks where you can buy the ticket. Alternatively, you can purchase it when boarding your bus.
Train
There is another possible airport transfer option - using a train to any destination in Spain. A suburban train line (the C1 line) connects Terminal 3 with several locations: Malaga City, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, and Fuengirola. Travel at a reasonable price and with peace of mind.
You can reach Malaga Airport train station from the square outside the Arrivals lounge and from the sidewalk of Terminal 3 Departures.
The one-way fares are as follows:
- to Malaga Centre: 1.80€
- to Torremolinos: 1.80€
- to Benalmádena: 1.95€
- to Fuengirola: 2.70€
Malaga Weather
This city in southern Spain has a very pleasant climate and even winters are warm, comparing to some other countries. With the lowest average temperature of 13°C, even January in Malaga doesn’t sound bad. However, during the summer holidays, you’ll feel the real Mediterranean climate and enjoy sunny weather while exploring the area and its sandy beaches.
See our list below to discover the average temperatures in Malaga for every month of the year:
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