Malaga Airport
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport, identified by IATA code AGP and ICAO code LEMG, is the main air gateway for Málaga and one of southern Spain’s key aviation hubs. As a large airport serving the Costa del Sol, it handles a wide mix of domestic and international traffic and is often the first stop for travellers heading to beach resorts, city breaks, and wider Andalusia itineraries. The airport sits at an elevation of 53 feet (16 m) and operates on Europe/Madrid time, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight schedules, transfers, and hotel arrivals.
About Malaga Airport
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport, identified by IATA code AGP and ICAO code LEMG, is the main air gateway for Málaga and one of southern Spain’s key aviation hubs. As a large airport serving the Costa del Sol, it handles a wide mix of domestic and international traffic and is often the first stop for travellers heading to beach resorts, city breaks, and wider Andalusia itineraries. The airport sits at an elevation of 53 feet (16 m) and operates on Europe/Madrid time, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight schedules, transfers, and hotel arrivals.
Overview
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport, identified by IATA code AGP and ICAO code LEMG, is the main air gateway for Málaga and one of southern Spain’s key aviation hubs. As a large airport serving the Costa del Sol, it handles a wide mix of domestic and international traffic and is often the first stop for travellers heading to beach resorts, city breaks, and wider Andalusia itineraries. The airport sits at an elevation of 53 feet (16 m) and operates on Europe/Madrid time, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight schedules, transfers, and hotel arrivals.
What travellers should know
- AGP is the airport code you will see on tickets, baggage tags, and most flight search tools.
- The airport serves Málaga, making it a practical arrival point for both the city and the surrounding Costa del Sol coast.
- Local time follows Europe/Madrid, so double-check departure and arrival times if you are connecting from another country.
- Official airport information, including passenger services and updates, is available at https://www.aena.es/en/malaga-costa-del-sol.html.
Airfield and operations
For travellers, the runway setup helps explain why Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport can accommodate heavy traffic throughout the year. The airport has two lighted asphalt runways: 12/30 at 9,022 feet and 13/31 at 10,500 feet. In practical terms, this supports operations by a broad range of aircraft and helps the airport handle busy periods more efficiently. While most passengers will never notice the technical side, this large-airport infrastructure contributes to smoother arrivals, departures, and resilience during peak travel seasons.
Routes
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FAQ
Malaga Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Malaga Airport is located in Malaga, Spain (Europe), at coordinates 36.680°, -4.490°.
- Its IATA code is AGP and its ICAO code is LEMG.
- Malaga Airport serves Malaga, Spain. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Malaga Airport operates on Europe/Madrid local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Malaga Airport sits at latitude 36.680° and longitude -4.490°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from AGP. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for AGP is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from AGP on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Spain. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.