- Must visit
Museo Picasso Málaga
Museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso with works from different periods. Essential for understanding the artist’s connection to his birth city.
Flights from London to Málaga depart on average 114 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 25 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1679 km distance in 2h 50m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1679 km |
Average flight duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 114 |
Direct flights 25 |
Fastest flight 2h 50m |
First flight 0:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£31
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£325
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
2 h 48 m
Flights on 30 Aug
140
Distance
1679 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Málaga will cost around £325 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £31.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 140 flights from London to Málaga, including 40 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 1679 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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U22339Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £409.
Distance: 1679 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price | £409 Average Price |
5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 38h 19m Average total duration 37h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 16m Average total duration 26h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.0 - 10.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for London to Málaga flights for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U28067 | 5:50 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 9:45 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX345+ LX2110 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 5h25 | 12:25 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1363 · TP1138 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 15h55 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
U22335 | 6:00 London Luton Airport | 2h50 | 9:50 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
TP1363 · TP1134 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 26h40 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LX345+ LX2118 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 15:25 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1363 · TP1136 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 7h30 | 14:30 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
W95723 | 6:00 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 10:00 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA420 | 6:10 London Heathrow Airport | 2h50 | 10:00 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1381 · AF1748 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 15h20 | 22:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1381 · AF1758 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 9h05 | 16:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
IB3641+ IB1003 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 12:45 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1381 · AF1728 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 11h25 | 18:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1000 · KL1545 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 15:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1000 · KL1547 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 12h10 | 19:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
FR 8178 | 6:30 London Stansted Airport | 2h55 | 10:25 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1000+ KL2663 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 11h45 | 19:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
SN2104 · SN3735 | 6:50 London Heathrow Airport | 7h00 | 14:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA422 | 7:15 London Heathrow Airport | 2h50 | 11:05 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH923 · LH1150 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h20 | 16:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1351 · TP1138 | 8:00 London Heathrow Airport | 13h55 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1351 · TP1136 | 8:00 London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 14:30 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1351 · TP1134 | 8:00 London Heathrow Airport | 24h40 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LG4592 · LG661 | 8:00 London City Airport | 10h15 | 19:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
U28075 | 8:05 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 12:00 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EW9463 · EW9536 | 8:05 London Heathrow Airport | 8h55 | 18:00 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY6009 · VY2123 | 8:10 London Gatwick Airport | 7h05 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LH4235+ LH1150 | 8:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h20 | 16:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1002 · KL1545 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 6h15 | 15:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1002 · KL1547 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 10h00 | 19:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1002+ KL2663 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 9h35 | 19:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
EW7461 · EW7536 | 8:45 London Heathrow Airport | 8h00 | 17:45 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1681 · AF1748 | 8:55 London Heathrow Airport | 12h40 | 22:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1681 · AF1758 | 8:55 London Heathrow Airport | 6h25 | 16:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1681 · AF1728 | 8:55 London Heathrow Airport | 8h45 | 18:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LX461+ LX2118 | 9:00 London City Airport | 5h25 | 15:25 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LX461+ LX2114 | 9:00 London City Airport | 5h50 | 15:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
OS332 · OS453 | 9:05 London Heathrow Airport | 8h45 | 18:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
OS332 · OS451 | 9:05 London Heathrow Airport | 26h55 | 13:00 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY7831 · VY2121 | 9:10 London Gatwick Airport | 7h25 | 17:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY7831 · VY2123 | 9:10 London Gatwick Airport | 6h05 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
EW2461 · EW2536 | 9:10 London Heathrow Airport | 9h40 | 19:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
IB712 · IB1005 | 9:15 London Heathrow Airport | 6h40 | 16:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA424 | 9:25 London Heathrow Airport | 3h00 | 13:25 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX431 · LX2114 | 9:25 London Gatwick Airport | 5h25 | 15:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA2642 | 9:25 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 13:25 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH901 · LH1150 | 9:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 16:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
IB5945 | 9:40 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 13:40 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY6615 | 9:40 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 13:40 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8043 | 9:40 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 13:40 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY6651 · VY2121 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 6h40 | 17:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY6651 · VY2123 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 5h20 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
IB5169 · IB5049 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 5h20 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
UX1014 · UX5035 | 10:00 London Gatwick Airport | 20h45 | 7:45 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
UX1014 · UX5047 | 10:00 London Gatwick Airport | 9h20 | 20:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
UX1014 · UX5039 | 10:00 London Gatwick Airport | 5h15 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1335 · TP1138 | 10:35 London Gatwick Airport | 11h20 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
IB714 · IB1005 | 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 5h05 | 16:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY6021 · VY2121 | 10:55 London Gatwick Airport | 5h40 | 17:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
U22337 | 11:00 London Luton Airport | 3h00 | 15:00 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
SN2094 · SN3737 | 11:05 London Heathrow Airport | 7h15 | 19:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
SN2094 · SN3739 | 11:05 London Heathrow Airport | 5h20 | 17:25 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1367 · TP1136 | 11:20 London Heathrow Airport | 26h10 | 14:30 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1367 · TP1134 | 11:20 London Heathrow Airport | 21h20 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1367 · TP1138 | 11:20 London Heathrow Airport | 10h35 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1581 · AF1748 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 10h05 | 22:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1581 · AF1728 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h10 | 18:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1006 · KL1547 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 6h55 | 19:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
KL1006+ KL2663 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 6h30 | 19:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
EW534+ EW473 | 12:00 London Gatwick Airport | 8h05 | 21:05 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY7833 · VY2119 | 13:00 London Gatwick Airport | 7h20 | 21:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY7833 · VY2113 | 13:00 London Gatwick Airport | 8h00 | 22:00 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LH2475 · LH115 · LH1152 | 13:35 London Heathrow Airport | 8h45 | 23:20 Malaga Airport | 2 changes | |
TP1359 · TP1138 | 13:45 London Heathrow Airport | 8h10 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1359 · TP1136 | 13:45 London Heathrow Airport | 23h45 | 14:30 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1359 · TP1134 | 13:45 London Heathrow Airport | 18h55 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1781 · AF1748 | 14:45 London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 22:35 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY6619 | 14:50 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 18:45 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8047 | 14:50 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 18:45 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5949 | 14:50 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 18:45 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY7827 · VY2119 | 15:00 London Gatwick Airport | 5h20 | 21:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
VY7827 · VY2113 | 15:00 London Gatwick Airport | 6h00 | 22:00 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
IB5609 · IB5045 | 15:00 London Gatwick Airport | 5h20 | 21:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
LH909 · LH1152 | 15:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 23:20 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA2646 | 15:50 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 19:45 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 6649 | 16:10 London Luton Airport | 2h55 | 20:05 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
TP1337 · TP1134 | 16:30 London Gatwick Airport | 16h10 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AZ207 · AZ90 | 16:30 London Heathrow Airport | 18h30 | 12:00 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
FR 5127 | 16:30 London Stansted Airport | 2h55 | 20:25 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX325 · LX2120 | 17:15 London Heathrow Airport | 5h50 | 0:05 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA2644 | 17:20 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 21:20 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB3802 | 17:20 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 21:20 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX1016 · UX5035 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 13h20 | 7:45 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
UX1016 · UX5043 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 17h25 | 11:50 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
UX1016 · UX5039 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 21h50 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA8049 | 17:35 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 21:30 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY6621 | 17:35 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 21:30 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5162 | 17:35 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 21:30 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1281 · AF1746 | 17:35 London Heathrow Airport | 17h10 | 11:45 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
U28137 | 18:25 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 22:20 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
TP1357 · TP1134 | 18:45 London Heathrow Airport | 13h55 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1357 · TP1138 | 18:45 London Heathrow Airport | 27h10 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1357 · TP1136 | 18:45 London Heathrow Airport | 18h45 | 14:30 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
FR 8168 | 19:05 London Stansted Airport | 2h55 | 23:00 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
OS338 · OS451 | 19:30 London Heathrow Airport | 16h30 | 13:00 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
AF1181 · AF1758 | 19:45 London Heathrow Airport | 19h30 | 16:15 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
U22339 | 19:45 London Luton Airport | 2h50 | 23:35 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1181 · AF1746 | 19:45 London Heathrow Airport | 15h00 | 11:45 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1369 · TP1134 | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 12h50 | 9:40 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1369 · TP1138 | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 26h05 | 22:55 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
TP1369 · TP1136 | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 17h40 | 14:30 Malaga Airport | 1 change | |
BA8045 | 20:00 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 23:55 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY6617 | 20:00 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 23:55 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5947 | 20:00 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 23:55 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U28077 | 20:15 London Gatwick Airport | 2h55 | 0:10 Malaga Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Málaga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Málaga trip today.
Museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso with works from different periods. Essential for understanding the artist’s connection to his birth city.
Collection of Carmen Thyssen focused on 19th-century Spanish and Andalusian painting. A strong choice for regional art in a restored palace.
Centre Pompidou’s Málaga venue presenting modern and contemporary art in the waterfront Cube building. Good for temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian shopping street linking the old city and port. It is ideal for strolling and taking in Málaga’s everyday urban atmosphere.
Revitalised port promenade with palms, shops, public art and sea views. Popular for an easy waterfront walk near the historic centre.
Large central park with subtropical planting, shaded paths and fountains. A pleasant green route between the old town and the port.
A chilled tomato soup from Málaga with bread, olive oil and garlic, traditionally topped with ham and egg. A summer staple across the city.
Skewered sardines grilled over an open fire on the beach. One of Málaga’s signature seafood dishes, especially along the seafront.
Small anchovies lightly floured and fried. A classic Málaga tapa, prized for fresh local fish and simple preparation.
Refined dining in central Málaga with contemporary Andalusian cooking and tasting menus in an elegant, intimate room.
Long-established seafood restaurant by the sea in El Palo, valued for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Málaga cooking.
Historic central tavern known for traditional Málaga tapas, sherry and a lively old-school atmosphere near the cathedral.
Moderate for Spain: tapas and buses are fairly priced, but beach hotels and central dining cost more than in many inland cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, leave small change. In taxis, round up the fare or add about €1 for helpful service.
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Málaga Airport -> Málaga Centro Alameda
Known globally as one of the oldest cities in the world and also as one of the busiest seaports of the modern era, Malaga attracts a diverse group of visitors. Flights from London to Malaga depart from London airports, several per hour. Travellers taking direct flights can expect to reach the historical city in approximately four hours and can hop on a convenient express bus service that will escort them to the heart of this enigmatic destination.
Currently, just over 20 different airlines provide routes from London to Malaga. These airlines include British Airways, Ryanair, Swiss, and Austrian Airlines, with both direct routes and indirect routes that have between one and two changeovers. easyJet offers an average of ten different flights to the destination every day, most of which are direct.
Flights from London to Malaga can take as little as four hours to arrive. The fastest indirect flights will take roughly six hours with a single changeover involved. One of the most common layover destinations is Barcelona's El Prat Airport in Spain. EasyJet direct flights are among the quickest, taking as little as three hours and 45 minutes. Indirect flights take a little long at just under seven hours total flight time.
An average of 70 flights leave London bound for Malaga every day. Flights leave at a rate of roughly five flights per hour. EasyJet flight departure times are more commonly found in the early hours of the day, however, they can also be found in the early evening as well.
Departure airport: Flights from London to Malaga depart from Luton (LTN), Gatwick (LGW), London City (LCY), Stansted (STN), and Southend-On-Sea (SEN). To get to Gatwick, catch the train from London Victoria (which takes around 30 minutes). Stansted can be reached via a quick train from Liverpool Street, and Luton is served by trains from St Pancras. To get to City Airport, take the Docklands Light Railway to the airport's own stop. There are also coach and bus connections to all of London's major airports, including services by National Express, and taxis will be useful for very early morning flights.
Travellers can expect access to a variety of useful services including long-term parking and WiFi.Arrival airport: All flights arrive in Malaga land at Malaga Costa Del Sol Airport (AGP). The airport is located roughly five miles from the centre of the city. Buses run from Terminal 3 to the city centre and Marbella. Trains also run from a metro station at Terminal 3. Alight at Maria Zambrano Station for the town centre. The local "cercanias" train runs to nearby resorts like FuengirolaPassengers have access to a number of services and facilities including VIP lounges, meeting rooms, banking and currency exchange services, and luggage facilities.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Málaga by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Málaga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Málaga flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Malaga Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Málaga airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Malaga Airport is 8 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 30 minutes, with paid options for longer access. ATMs are located in Terminals 2 and 3, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Malaga Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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