Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Malaga Airport (AGP): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport.
Málaga's timezone is UTC+1, making Málaga two hours behind Riyadh.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to AGP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Málaga (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with Saudia. This popular airline offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport.
Saudia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between RUH and AGP include:
Geneve Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Malaga Airport (AGP)
At the moment, 123 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 240 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from RUH to AGP by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Finding cheap flights from RUH to AGP is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
King Khaled International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Malaga Airport (AGP)
If you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near AGP:
Pick up a Malaga Airport rental car and discover Málaga and beyond with your own set of wheels. DelPaso, Goldcar and Record Go are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Malaga Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
Malaga Airport to the centre of Málaga has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Málaga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Malaga Airport for July if you want to visit Málaga during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to AGP sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Málaga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north of Málaga, a visit to Salamanca will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Spain, head for Ceuta, about 121 kilometres south-west of Málaga. Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante are the start of reasons to visit.