Flying from Istanbul to Malaga Airport (AGP): What you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Malaga Airport (AGP) flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Istanbul to Malaga Airport flight.
Málaga is two hours behind Istanbul. Malaga Airport is located in Málaga, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Malaga Airport (AGP) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 1:55pm. Opt for the first IST to AGP departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 6:55am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to AGP.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Malaga Airport (AGP) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Malaga Airport departing from IST.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between IST and AGP is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to AGP. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Malaga Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Malaga Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and AGP:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to AGP flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Malaga Airport (AGP)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Malaga Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near AGP and hit the pillow fast:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Malaga Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from DelPaso, Goldcar or Record Go and experience the lesser-explored corners of Málaga and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Istanbul 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 central Málaga. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Malaga Airport (AGP)
R 1,208 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Malaga Airport. Return flights start at R 2,613. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to AGP. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Malaga Airport (AGP)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Málaga. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Malaga Airport (AGP), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Istanbul to AGP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Málaga, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Malaga Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Málaga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Málaga right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Malaga Airport:
Camino de Santiago. And Museo Picasso Malaga are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Málaga to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Alcazaba.
Explore more of Spain
Ceuta is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Málaga. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Plaza Señora de África.
If you're eager to discover another side of Spain, consider Melilla, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Málaga. Barrio del Real, Alcazaba Garden and Plaza de Armas are key reasons to visit.