Flights from Amsterdam to Malaga
Useful travel tips for Málaga
There are a few things you need to know before flying to Málaga. Let's start with where Málaga is located. Málaga is located in southern Spain on the Costa del Sol. It is a coastal city with its own port in the region of Andalusia. The weather in Málaga is good. It never gets too cold, making it ideal for a city trip all year round. Would you also like to lie on the beach? Then go in the period from May to October. During this period, you will experience lots of sunny days, with temperatures above 20 °C. In the middle of summer, temperatures sometimes even exceed 30 °C. Semana Santa (the week before Easter) and Feria de Málaga are important celebrations in Málaga. Feria de Málaga takes place in mid-August, and that week is the annual celebration of the end of Moorish rule. This means you can join the many costume parades and the most exciting parties.
Information about your trip to Málaga
Amsterdam and Málaga are 2,300 kilometres apart. The flight time from Amsterdam to Málaga is about 3 hours. Once you have landed at the Málaga-Costa del Sol airport, you will have several options to travel to the city centre. Your best option is to go by bus or train. The train will take you to the centre of Málaga in 15 minutes and will only cost you a few euros. The bus will take about half an hour and is about the same price. The walking routes to the bus stop and train station are clearly marked at the airport. Of course, you can also travel by taxi if that's what you prefer. It's a bit more expensive, but it will take you to your accommodation in 15 minutes.
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Airport of departure
Flight time
A flight from Amsterdam to Malaga takes about 03:00 hours.
Airport of arrival
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport
Time zone
UTC +1 (summer time +2). It is 1 hour ahead of the United Kingdom.
Currency
The currency used in Spain is the Euro (EUR).
What to do in Málaga
What can you do in Málaga? In short, a lot! Málaga is the perfect location for a beach holiday and city trip. Relax on Málaga's beach explore other gorgeous beaches along the Costa de Sol, such as Torremolinos or Marbella. Here are the top 5 sights you must see in Málaga.
- Explore the Alcazaba, Theatro Romano, and Castillo de Gibralfaro
Let the Alcazaba, Roman theatre, and Castillo de Gibralfaro take you back in time. Start your trip off at the Alcazaba, a Moorish fortress from the 11th century. You will find beautiful gardens, palaces, and building remains. When leaving the Alcazaba, you will immediately set foot in the Roman theatre that dates back to 100 BC. Can't get enough of all this impressive architecture and history? Climb up to the Castillo de Gibralfaro. This former castle offers by far the best view of the city.
- Visit the Picasso museum
When it comes to world-famous painters of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso is undoubtedly among them. Born in Málaga, Picasso's life and work are showcased in the museum named after him. From sketches to world-famous paintings, you'll find it all here.
- Feast your eyes on Málaga's cathedral
The church nicknamed La Manquita is the largest cathedral in Málaga and is an impressive architectural masterpiece both inside and out. Marvel at all the splendour this cathedral has to offer.
- Unwind in Parque de Málaga
In this park you will find beautiful trees, plants, and colourful flowers and birds. Take a seat on a bench at 1 of the many fountains, for example, and relax completely. The park also leads to the beach. So, if the sun is already high in the sky, choose this cooler walking route.
- Plop down on 1 of the lovely beaches
We've already given it away, but Málaga is the perfect destination for a beach holiday. The most popular beach is Playa de la Malagueta, which is closest to the city centre. If you're going for something more peaceful, Playa de Las Acacias is a must. Here, you will have calmer sea and playgrounds, which is ideal for children. There are also several restaurants with sea views.
