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By Air
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is the fourth busiest airport in Spain, with direct flights from over 60 countries and connections from virtually every major European city. From London, the flight takes just 2 hours 30 minutes; from most of northern Europe, under 3 hours 30 minutes.
The airport is superbly located, just 10 minutes by road from Torremolinos and 35 minutes from Marbella. The Cercanías C1 train connects the airport directly to Málaga city, Torremolinos, Benalmádena and Fuengirola. For most villa guests, a rental car from the airport is the most practical and flexible option.
Airport Code
AGP (Málaga-Costa del Sol)
Terminal
Single modern terminal
To Torremolinos
10 min drive / 12 min train
To Marbella
35 min drive
To Málaga City
15 min drive / 15 min train
To Nerja
55 min drive
Flight Routes
Airlines: easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, Jet2, Vueling
Flight time: 2 hrs 30 min
Frequency: Multiple daily year-round
Airlines: Jet2, easyJet, Ryanair, TUI
Flight time: 2 hrs 45 min
Frequency: Daily year-round, high frequency in summer
Airlines: Ryanair, Aer Lingus
Flight time: 2 hrs 45 min
Frequency: Daily, increased summer schedule
Airlines: Vueling, Transavia, KLM
Flight time: 2 hrs 45 min
Frequency: Daily year-round
Airlines: Ryanair, Eurowings, Condor
Flight time: 3 hrs
Frequency: Multiple weekly
Airlines: Norwegian, SAS, Ryanair
Flight time: 3 hrs 30 min
Frequency: Several times weekly, peak summer
All major companies at the terminal. Book in advance for summer, rates and availability are much better pre-booked. Essential for villa guests needing access to the property and day trips.
Every 20 minutes to Málaga city (15 min, €1.80), Torremolinos (12 min, €1.80) and Fuengirola (45 min, €3.50). The best value option for these destinations.
Fixed price taxis from the rank. Expect €15–20 to Torremolinos, €25–35 to Benalmádena, €40–55 to Marbella, €65–80 to Nerja. Our concierge arranges private transfers for villa guests.
Our concierge team can arrange private airport transfers to any villa on the coast, meet and greet service, child seats available, available 24 hours.
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Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (IATA: AGP) is the gateway to the entire Costa del Sol, located between Málaga city and Torremolinos, just 10 minutes from the nearest beach resort and 30 minutes from Marbella. It is the fourth busiest airport in Spain with direct connections to over 60 countries.
Torremolinos: 10 minutes. Benalmádena: 15 minutes. Fuengirola: 20 minutes. Marbella: 35 minutes. Nerja: 55 minutes. Málaga city: 15 minutes. The airport’s central position means no Costa del Sol resort is more than 1 hour from arrivals.
Yes, the Cercanías C1 train runs from the airport every 20 minutes to Málaga city centre (15 min, €1.80) and west to Fuengirola via Torremolinos and Benalmádena (45 min to Fuengirola, €3.50). It is the cheapest and most convenient option for these destinations. Nerja and Marbella are not on the rail network, taxi or transfer is required.
For most villa holidays, yes, a rental car gives you the freedom to explore the white villages, day trip to Granada and Ronda, shop at the excellent local markets and access your villa at any time. All major car hire companies operate at the airport terminal. Booking in advance (especially in summer) saves significantly on the walk-up rate.
