How to get from Madrid to Málaga
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Madrid to Málaga by price and travel time.
- 417 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 15m
- 11 train departures a day with Renfe
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 15m
direct
Flight
€51
Cheapest
2h 55m
direct
Train
€38
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 20 Oct 2026
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 20m, 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.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €16, on Wed, Oct 14.
417 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €38Checked Oct 20 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €8Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 2h 55mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€38Checked Oct 201h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€8Omio catalogue, Oct 202h 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?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Málaga Airportflight
Iberia·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
Departures 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 20
Operators seen on these journeys
IberiaMadrid–Barajas-Málaga AirportSee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-MálagaBook →
Air EuropaMadrid–Barajas-Málaga AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Iberia, Renfe, Air Europa; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Málaga works
Start with a Iberia flight from Madrid to Málaga, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €38 over 1h 20m, 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 20m. 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?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €16 to €38. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Málaga?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Málaga?
About 1h 20m, 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 Iberia, Renfe, Air Europa.
Can you get from Madrid to Málaga without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 47m.
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: Iberia
Route calculated: 20 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 20 Oct 2026