Flying from London to Malaga Airport (AGP): what you need to know
You can take your pick of a range of airports when planning a flight from London to Malaga Airport (AGP). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Take a direct flight from London to Malaga Airport and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 51 minutes.
Málaga is 1 hour ahead of London. Malaga Airport is located in Málaga, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Malaga Airport (AGP), with 506 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to AGP is the 05:35 easyJet service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:20 with Ryanair.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to AGP, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can find a direct flight from London to Malaga Airport (AGP) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When leaving from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Malaga Airport with British Airways.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to AGP leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Malaga Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operates direct flights from London to Malaga Airport (AGP).
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from London to AGP. Compare your options below to see which carrier best fits your trip plans leaving from LGW:
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Malaga Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between London Gatwick Airport and AGP:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to AGP:
About Malaga Airport (AGP)
If you have a late flight from London to Malaga Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near AGP:
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
Malaga Airport to the centre of Málaga is about 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 52 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Malaga Airport is 16 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 31 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's best to book 9 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from London to AGP then.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from London to Malaga Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Malaga Airport (AGP)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Malaga Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Málaga in February when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Málaga. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from London to AGP during then and you can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Malaga Airport in January when temperatures average between 7ºC and 17ºC.
More about Málaga
Start your Málaga trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Malaga Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Málaga is to explore its most popular sights. Highlights include Museo Picasso Malaga, La Calle Larios and Fly Blue - Malaga.
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