Travelling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Malaga Airport (AGP): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Málaga's timezone is UTC+1, making Málaga one hour ahead of Lisbon.
Flights from LIS to AGP start from 07:20 — the earliest with TAP Air Portugal. The last service of the day is at 23:00 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LIS to AGP flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
TAP Air Portugal has direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Málaga — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is TAP Air Portugal.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to AGP flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LIS and AGP:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Malaga Airport (AGP)
At the moment, £13 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £38. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIS to AGP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LIS to AGP.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
56% of flights that take off from Lisbon Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Lisbon Airport from central Lisbon, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Malaga Airport (AGP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AGP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Malaga Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from DelPaso, Goldcar or Record Go and explore beyond Málaga's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Malaga Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
From Malaga Airport, Málaga is approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Málaga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Málaga is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Lisbon Airport to Malaga Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LIS to AGP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Málaga is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. Around 483 kms (300 miles) north of Málaga, a visit to Salamanca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
Around 121 kms (75 miles) south-west of Málaga, Ceuta is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Fortaleza del Monte Hac.