Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Malaga Airport (AGP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Málaga is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Flights from GLA to AGP start at 06:00 — the first with Jet2. The latest departure is at 20:30 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your GLA to AGP flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport, so getting to Málaga (and then seeing more of Spain!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ryanair.
With an impressive 94.44% of services landing on schedule, Jet2 has the best on-time performance for GLA to AGP flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GLA and AGP include:
Newquay Cornwall Airport
Belfast International Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Malaga Airport (AGP)
At the moment, 22 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 45 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from GLA to AGP by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GLA:
Arriving at Malaga Airport (AGP)
If you're arriving on a late Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near AGP:
Follow your own route with a Malaga Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from DelPaso, Goldcar or Record Go and venture far and wide through Málaga and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Malaga Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
Malaga Airport to central Málaga has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Málaga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Málaga is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Malaga Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GLA to AGP sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Salamanca is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Málaga. Around 483 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
Ceuta is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Málaga. No trip is complete without experiencing Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante.