Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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Mijas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mijas

With a population of 73,787, Mijas is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mijas has to offer.

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When to visit Mijas

Mijas in November
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mijas in November
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mijas

Plane

When flying to Mijas, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Mijas include Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2. The shortest flight to Mijas from the United Kingdom departs from Bristol and takes around 2h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Mijas is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 15 miles from Mijas. You’ll find branches of Record go and NIZACARS , among others, in Málaga.

Plane

When flying to Mijas, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Mijas include Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2. The shortest flight to Mijas from the United Kingdom departs from Bristol and takes around 2h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Mijas is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 15 miles from Mijas. You’ll find branches of Record go and NIZACARS , among others, in Málaga.

Airports near Mijas

Airlines serving Mijas

Lufthansa
Good (8,274 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,586 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,260 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,099 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,352 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,542 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,764 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,441 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mijas

Average rates range from around £73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £144 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mijas

Most booked hotels in Mijas

Spirit Hotel Benalmadena Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£68+
Los Amigos Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£47+
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£64+
Trh Mijas
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£71+
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£67+
tent Torremolinos
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£56+

Hiring a car in Mijas

Hiring a car in Mijas costs £12 per day, on average, or £60 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Mijas.

Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Mijas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.33 and £24.44. The most frequently booked car type in Mijas is Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mijas costs £12 per day, on average, or £60 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Mijas.

Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Mijas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.33 and £24.44. The most frequently booked car type in Mijas is Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.