How to get from Alicante to Málaga
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Alicante to Málaga. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 5h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 392 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 €55, on Sun, Sep 6.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
392 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €180Checked Sep 8 | 5h 05m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €76Reading date not recorded | 7h 21m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €72Reading date not recorded | 12h 50m4 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€180Checked Sep 85h 05m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€76Reading date not recorded7h 21m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€72Reading date not recorded12h 50m · 4 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Alicante 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.
- 1Alicante → Bilbaoflight
Vueling·1h 30m - 2Bilbao → MálagaflightVueling·1h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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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.
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Flight prices by day, Alicante to Málaga
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€43October 2026
€52Departure 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 Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
VuelingAlicante-Bilbao, Bilbao-MálagaSee live options and dates →
Air EuropaAlicante-Madrid, Madrid-MálagaSee live options and dates →
IberiaAlicante-Madrid, Madrid-MálagaSee live options and dates →
RenfeAlicante-Madrid, Madrid-MálagaBook →City transitMálaga-Málaga, Madrid Barajas-MadridBook →
BlaBlaCar BusAlicante-Valencia, Valencia-Madrid BarajasBook →On this route you travel with Vueling, Air Europa, Iberia, Renfe, City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Alicante to Málaga works
Start with a Vueling flight from Alicante to Málaga, connecting in Bilbao, about 5h 5m. In total it's roughly €180 over 5h 5m, 1 transfer.
Alicante to Málaga: common questions
How long does it take to get from Alicante to Málaga?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 5h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Málaga from Alicante?
About 392 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Alicante to Málaga cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €55 to €203. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Alicante to Málaga?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 5h 05m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Alicante to Málaga?
About 5h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Alicante and Málaga?
Alicante is ALC and Málaga is AGP, so this route is usually written ALC to AGP.
Which operators run Alicante to Málaga?
On this route you travel with Vueling, Air Europa, Iberia, Renfe, City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Alicante to Málaga without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante 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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