How to get from Madrid to Málaga
- 417 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 15m
- 11 train departures a day with Renfe
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Málaga. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 417 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 30, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
417 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €39Checked Sep 30 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €8Omio catalogue, Oct 6 | 2h 55mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€39Checked Sep 301h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€8Omio catalogue, Oct 62h 55m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Málaga: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Málaga Airportflight
Air Europa·1h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to Málaga
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€34November 2026
€35Departures from Madrid to Málaga
Renfe runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:20 and the last at 20:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfetrain | 11 | 07:20 | 20:35 |
| Ouigotrain | 2 | 09:55 | 17:35 |
All departuresRenfe
- 07:20
- 08:30
- 09:35
- 11:35
- 12:35
- 14:35
- 15:35
- 16:30
- 18:35
- 19:50
- 20:35
All departuresOuigo
- 09:55
- 17:35
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 6
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Air Europa, Renfe; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Málaga works
Start with a Air Europa flight from Madrid to Málaga, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €39 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Málaga: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Málaga?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first train from Madrid to Málaga?
The first train with Renfe leaves at 07:20 and the last at 20:35, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Madrid to Málaga?
11 a day with Renfe, between 07:20 and 20:35.
How far is Málaga from Madrid?
About 417 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Málaga cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €39. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Málaga?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 15m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Málaga?
About 1h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Málaga?
Madrid is MAD and Málaga is AGP, so this route is usually written MAD to AGP.
Which operators run Madrid to Málaga?
On this route you travel with Air Europa, Renfe.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Málaga?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Air Europa
Route calculated: 30 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 30 Sep 2026