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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Málaga:

• Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 07:49
• Latest: departs at 19:40 and lands at 20:59.

The flight takes about 1h 19m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madrid to Málaga:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Madrid to Málaga takes 1h 19m, covering 268 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Madrid to Málaga range from £68 to £127, with an average of £92 over the past 12 months. Anything below £68 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the £92 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Iberia Express is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Iberia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Madrid to Málaga flights are:

• Iberia Express: 100% on time
• Iberia: 81% on time
• Air Europa: 78% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 79% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £15–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 (Scimitar Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Europa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Madrid to Málaga flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £56 to £542. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Madrid and Málaga is around £58 return, with a flight time of about 1h 20m. Taking the train is much cheaper at around £16, with a trip time of about 3h 14m. The bus is similarly priced at around £52 and takes about 7h 15m. Compared to flying, recent train and bus fares are roughly 42% lower. However, those options take about 3+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Madrid to Málaga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £34, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

Malaga Airport (AGP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Delpaso
• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• NIZACARS
• CLICK RENT

Flights from Madrid to Málaga usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Malaga (AGP).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Madrid to Málaga route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 58m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Madrid to Málaga. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £83 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £104, a difference of £21.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Madrid and Málaga. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Air Europa
• Iberia

Some of the most popular sights in Málaga are Playa la Malagueta, Plaza de la Constitucion, and Castillo de Gibralfaro. These are among the most viewed places in Málaga on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Madrid to Málaga flights:

• Air Europa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Iberia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air Europa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Etihad Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.