Travelling from Belfast to Malaga Airport (AGP): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when searching for a flight from Belfast to Malaga Airport (AGP).
The average length of a direct Belfast to Malaga Airport flight is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Malaga Airport is located in Málaga. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Belfast.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Malaga Airport (AGP) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Ryanair at 8:40pm. Opt for the first BFS to AGP departure operated by easyJet at 6am if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to AGP.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Get to your destination in one go from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Direct flights from Belfast to Malaga Airport (AGP) can be booked from here.
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from Belfast to Malaga Airport leaving from BFS include:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BFS and AGP is easyJet.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Ryanair.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Belfast to AGP that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BFS and AGP include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
BFS is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast to Malaga Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% land on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Malaga Airport. Check out these connections between George Best Belfast City Airport and AGP:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to AGP flight:
68.3% of flights leaving George Best Belfast City Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Malaga Airport (AGP)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Malaga Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near AGP and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Belfast to Malaga Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
Malaga Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Málaga. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Malaga Airport is 24 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 54 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book six months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Belfast to AGP.
The best month for picking up cheap Belfast to Malaga Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Malaga Airport (AGP)
February is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Malaga Airport (AGP), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Málaga based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Belfast to AGP plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Málaga to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Malaga Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Málaga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Málaga right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Belfast to Malaga Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Camino de Santiago, Museo Picasso Malaga and Alcazaba are must-visits when exploring Málaga.
Explore more of Spain
Ceuta is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Málaga. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Plaza Señora de África.
Melilla is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Málaga. No trip is complete without dropping by Barrio del Real, Alcazaba Garden and Plaza de Armas.