The annual Malaga city fair in August is an exuberant week-long street party with plenty of flamenco and 'fino' (sherry). The fair commemorates the re-conquest of the city by Isabella and Ferdinand in 1487 and traditionally runs for a week from Saturday to Sunday (inclusive) over the third week in August.

This highly acclaimed actor has it all – the looks, the charm, the drive, the energy, and the creativity. Star of innumerable Hollywood movies, Banderas is one of Andalucia’s most famous, and proudest, exports.

Find cosy and spacious modern apartments in the centre of Malaga City to share with family and friends. Make yourself at home in the largest City on the Costa del Sol and the second largest in Andalucia after Seville. Enjoying a warm mediterranean climate and owning a rich Roman and Phoenecian heritage, Malaga rarely fails to disappoint all visitors, from back-packers to city-breakers.

Some companies offer luxury yacht and boat hire, a luxury sailing concierge, who can arrange almost everything from sunset cruises with fine dining to trips to Morocco and Portugal. All in all it's great to see Andalucia from the sea.

If you're arriving at Malaga airport, you don't have to head straight to the coast. There is lots more to see in this beautiful province, from the city itself, full of outstanding art galleries and museums (Picasso), to the stunning national parks and picturesque mountain villages with narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed houses and flower-filled balconies.

Málaga Airport’s main VIP Lounge is located in Terminal 3 (T3) in the departures area, above the shopping center. You can book ahead or pay at the door.

There is a tourist office at the Airport. It is located in the Terminal 3 arrivals area just as you are heading out the door towards the bus or train stations. This is a great place to stop and get maps and brochures before heading out into the beautiful, sunny, south of Spain. Staff is on hand to answer your questions.

Shops at Málaga airport are open for business on both sides of the security control check point. If you need a piece of luggage or you didn’t have time to buy souvenirs, you should be able to find what you need in Terminal 3 (T-3) across from the check-in desks numbering around the 40´s and 50´s – near Starbuck’s coffee.

You can choose from deli-style fast food to burger-style fast food. There are also sit down restaurants and Starbuck’s coffee shops. Remember, the VIP Lounge also offers snacks for guests.

If you or someone you know needs medical attention at Málaga Airport you can rest assured that a doctor is on duty at all times. There are two ways to get help. First, you can speak with a representative of your airline who will make arrangements for you.

Your number one priority is to keep an eye on your bags, but should the unthinkable happen – and you lose something at Málaga Airport – here’s what to do.

Use our handy flight checker to keep a watchful eye on your departing flight at Málaga Airport. Remember, even if your flight is delayed, it is often best not to leave the airport, to stay near the gate if possible and especially to keep an eye on the information panels. While flights can be delayed for longer than you expect, they can also prepare for departure much sooner than you expect!

Málaga airport meets EU accessibility standards and is well equipped to ensure that travelers with special needs can move about the facility. If you have special needs, you will find adequately adapted restrooms, designated waiting areas, ramps, elevators and security checks that accommodate your needs.

Málaga airport meets EU accessibility standards and is well equipped to ensure that travelers with special needs can move about the facility. If you have special needs, you will find adequately adapted restrooms, designated waiting areas, ramps, elevators and security checks that accommodate your needs. However, if you need assistance getting through the airport or boarding or disembarking from your flight, it’s important to arrange this in advance. 

There are different parking options at Malaga Airport. The privately operated car parks near the airport are the most economic. The Express Malaga Airport Parking is the most convenient but also the most expensive. AENA the airport operators also have a number of different car parks.

The RENFE Train Station at Málaga Airport is on-site to take passengers to and from the airport with trains leaving every 20 minutes for Málaga City or Fuengirola in the out of town direction.  The Fuengirola train stops at Torremolinos and Benalmádena as well..

Just to provide a rough idea regarding taxi prices from Malaga Airport to different locations, a taxi to center of Marbella will cost you around 70 or 90€ depending day or night tariff band. Travel to center of Estepona, on the other hand, would cost 105 or 125€, while a closer destination like Fuengirola costs around 35 or 42€.

If you have been saving your receipts in order to recover money you paid for IVA (VAT) taxes while in Spain, you’ll find the tax office in Terminal 3, departures, near the security check station. Have all your receipts ready and arrive early to be sure you have time to process your request as you could have to wait in a queue depending on the time of day.

Málaga Airport is the fourth most important airport in Spain after Madrid, Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca. It is the top international airport in the south of Spain, handling 85% of the international air traffic in Andalucia.