Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport (AGP): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport (AGP) departing from here.
The timezone in Málaga is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Malaga Airport is located in Málaga.
Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to AGP won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to AGP. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to AGP flight:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Malaga Airport (AGP)
If you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near AGP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Malaga Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from DelPaso, Goldcar or Record Go and explore beyond Málaga's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport flight.
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 get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport (AGP)
$888 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport. Return flights start from $1,280. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to AGP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport (AGP)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport (AGP), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Málaga based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Rio De Janeiro to AGP flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Málaga, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 17ºC.
More about Málaga
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Malaga Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Málaga:
Camino de Santiago. And Museo Picasso Malaga are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Málaga travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Alcazaba.
Explore more of Spain
Ceuta is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Málaga. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Plaza Señora de África.
Melilla is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Málaga. No journey is complete without experiencing Barrio del Real, Alcazaba Garden and Plaza de Armas.