Málaga · Spain
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is located approximately 8 kilometres south-west of Málaga city centre. The airport consists of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, which operate seamlessly as a single contiguous terminal complex under one roof. It serves as the primary international gateway to Málaga, the Costa del Sol region, and broader Andalucía.
Terminales
- Terminal 3
- Main modern terminal handling the vast majority of check-in desks, security, and all baggage reclaim and arrival exits.
- Terminal 2
- Integrated secondary terminal used primarily for extra boarding gates and seasonal passenger capacity.
Llegada
Arrivals for all flights process through Terminal 3 regardless of the landing gate.
- Follow the overhead 'Llegadas / Arrivals' signage upon exiting the aircraft.
- Passengers arriving from non-Schengen origins must clear passport control before entering the baggage hall.
- Collect checked luggage from the designated carousel in the main Terminal 3 baggage reclaim area.
- Clear customs via the green channel if you have nothing to declare, or the red channel if carrying goods exceeding limits.
- Exit into the main public arrivals hall on the ground floor of Terminal 3 to access ground transport.
Cómo llegar a la ciudad
Tren
Suburban Train (Cercanías C-1)
Direct Renfe Cercanías C-1 train from the station outside T3 arrivals to Málaga Centro-Alameda.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 12 minutes
- Costo habitual:
- typically €2 - €3
Tren
Express Bus (Line A)
EMT Express Line A connects T3 arrivals directly to the central bus station and city centre.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 15-25 minutes
- Costo habitual:
- typically €4
Taxi
Official Taxi
Taxis are available from the designated rank outside T3 arrivals; standard airport surcharges apply.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 15-20 minutes
- Costo habitual:
- typically €20 - €30
Transporte VTC
Rideshare
App-based rideshare vehicles pick up from designated areas clearly signed outside the terminal.
- Tiempo:
- roughly 15-20 minutes
- Costo habitual:
- typically €18 - €28
Conexiones y traslados
Connecting flights operate within the unified terminal complex without requiring long transfers.
- Follow signs for 'Conexiones / Flight Transfers' if your baggage is checked through to your final destination.
- Non-Schengen to Schengen transfers require passport control and security rescreening.
- If luggage is not checked through, you must exit to reclaim baggage and re-check at Terminal 3 counters.
Wi-Fi y cómo mantenerse conectado
Free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout the airport complex by the operator Aena.
- Select the network named 'Airport_Free_Wifi'.
- Open a web browser to accept the terms of service or log in using an email address or portal registration.
- Session auto-renews without charge for continuous connectivity.
Dinero, tarjetas y propinas
ATMs and foreign exchange counters are located in both airside and landside arrival areas.
- ATMs accepting international Visa and Mastercard cards are positioned in baggage reclaim and the main arrivals hall.
- Currency exchange desks operate in baggage reclaim and the public arrivals area.
- Card payment is universally accepted across public transport, taxis, and terminal shops.
Comida y bebida
A selection of cafes, grab-and-go outlets, and restaurants are available before and after security.
- Airside areas feature Spanish tapas bars, international coffee chains, and quick-service outlets.
- Landside options in the public arrivals hall are available for waiting passengers.
- Vending machines serving water and snacks are located near baggage reclaim and gates.
Salas VIP y descanso
A lounge is accessible to passengers departing or in transit through Terminal 3.
- The VIP Lounge (Sala VIP) is located airside in Terminal 3 after security screening.
- Access is open to business class ticket holders, lounge pass members, or via walk-in payment.
- Facilities include refreshments, quiet seating, work zones, and internet access.
Hoteles en el aeropuerto
There are no hotels inside the terminal building, but several options are nearby.
- Hotel Holiday Inn Express Málaga Airport is located roughly 1 kilometre from the airport complex.
- Nearby hotels are reachable via short taxi rides or municipal bus connections.
- Central Málaga offers extensive accommodation options reachable within 15 minutes by train.
Equipaje y aduanas
Baggage reclaim operates on the ground level of Terminal 3 with dedicated assistance desks.
- Monitor overhead screens in the reclaim hall for your flight number and carousel allocation.
- Lost or damaged luggage offices for handling agents are located inside the baggage reclaim hall.
- Left-luggage and storage facilities are available landside for a daily fee.
Familia y accesibilidad
The airport offers dedicated amenities for families travelling with infants and young children.
- Baby care and nursing rooms equipped with changing tables are available near major toilet blocks.
- Children's play areas are situated airside in the Terminal 3 departures zone.
- Priority security lanes are often available for passengers travelling with buggies or young children.
Instalaciones
- ATMs
- Currency exchange
- Left luggage
- Pharmacy
- VIP lounge
- Children's play area
- Defibrillators
- Tourist information desk
Emergencias y seguridad
Número de emergencia local: National emergency: 112.
- Call 112 for all urgent emergency services (police, ambulance, fire) across Spain.
- First aid stations and airport medical personnel are available by contacting any airport staff member.
- If you lose your passport, report to the National Police (Policía Nacional) office located inside the airport.
Antes de salir de casa
- Verifica la validez de tu pasaporte y cualquier visado, ETA o declaración de entrada requerida.
- Confirma tu terminal de salida en tu tarjeta de embarque el día anterior.
- Activa una travel eSIM para estar conectado nada más aterrizar.
- Descarga mapas sin conexión y haz una captura de pantalla de la dirección de tu hotel y la referencia de tu reserva.
- Informa a tu banco de que vas a viajar y lleva una tarjeta de pago de respaldo.
- Guarda el número de emergencia local y el contacto de tu embajada en tu teléfono.
- Fotografía tu pasaporte y guarda la copia en un lugar al que puedas acceder sin conexión.
- Comprueba la franquicia de equipaje y los artículos restringidos para tu destino.
Fuentes oficiales
Las operaciones aeroportuarias cambian. Confirma siempre las terminales, tarifas y horarios con las fuentes oficiales que se indican a continuación antes de viajar.
- Aena Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport Official SiteFuente oficial del aeropuerto
- Cuerpo Nacional de Policía - Border ControlFuente gubernamental
- Agencia Tributaria - CustomsFuente gubernamental
- Renfe Cercanías MálagaFuente oficial de transporte
- EMT Málaga - Bus ServiceFuente oficial de transporte
- 112 Andalucía Emergency ServicesFuente gubernamental
Guía revisada por última vez el 24 de septiembre de 2026
La información del aeropuerto puede cambiar. Antes de viajar, verifica las terminales asignadas, horarios, tarifas, requisitos de entrada y horas de operación con el proveedor oficial.
Aterriza conectado
El Wi-Fi del aeropuerto es lento, tiene límites de tiempo y no es privado. Una travel eSIM se activa antes de volar, por lo que los mapas, las apps de transporte y tus correos de reserva funcionarán al segundo de desactivar el modo avión.
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