Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Malaga Airport (AGP): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours.
The timezone in Málaga is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Take your pick of four weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport flights. The 13:50 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Aegean Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:15.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ATH to AGP flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Málaga — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to AGP flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between ATH and AGP include:
Naples International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport flight is R 1,045. A return plane ticket is currently R 2,029. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ATH to AGP.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to AGP.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 77.19% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Malaga Airport (AGP)
If you're getting in on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near AGP:
Pick up a Malaga Airport rental car and explore Málaga and beyond with your own wheels. DelPaso, Goldcar and Record Go are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Malaga Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Malaga Airport (AGP) to central Málaga
From Malaga Airport, Málaga is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Malaga Airport (AGP)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Málaga based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Malaga Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Málaga, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to AGP sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Málaga has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. Around 483 kilometres north of Málaga, a trip to Salamanca will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
Ceuta is another standout destination in Spain and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Málaga. No trip is complete without dropping by Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante.