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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga:

• Earliest: departs at 5:35 am and lands at 8:31 am
• Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 12:46 am.

The flight takes about 2h 56m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga.

A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga takes 2h 56m, covering 2,648 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga range from C$ 137 to C$ 313, with an average of C$ 206 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 137 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the C$ 206 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 205 round-trip, compared to C$ 348 via a layover through Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

Vueling is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while easyJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London Gatwick Airport to Málaga flights are:

• Vueling: 83% on time
• easyJet: 80% on time
• British Airways: 79% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 28–C$ 143 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet and Vueling. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on London Gatwick Airport to Málaga flights, with 58% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 62, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

Malaga Airport (AGP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Delpaso
• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• NIZACARS
• CLICK RENT

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Malaga (AGP).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London Gatwick Airport to Málaga route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga most commonly connect through:

• Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 76% of one-stop connections
• Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Málaga. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 177 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 232, a difference of C$ 56.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

5 airlines operate flights between London Gatwick Airport and Málaga. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• easyJet
• British Airways
• Vueling
• Wizz Air
• Jet2

Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 7h 14m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 7h 45m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

Málaga is 1 hour ahead of London Gatwick Airport (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Playa la Malagueta is one of the most viewed places in Málaga on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating London Gatwick Airport to Málaga flights:

• Wizz Air: offers free seat selection
• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• Iberia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Wizz Air: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Vueling: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• easyJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Gatwick is located 25 miles from London city centre, halfway to Brighton, but it has a good range of transport options. The Gatwick Express train can get you from Victoria Station to Gatwick in 30min for around £31. Coaches are significantly cheaper: Easybus tickets can be as low as £4, and National Express costs from about £11. Taxis are naturally the most expensive option at around £100 from Victoria. Finally, for a free option, and if you’re travelling light enough to cycle, National Cycle Route 21 starts from Greenwich and leads to the airport.

Yes, easyJet, Ryanair, and Wizz Air commonly operate direct flights from Gatwick to Málaga-Costa del Sol and vice versa.

No, there are no hotels directly connected to the airport. However, Holiday Inn Express Málaga Airport, Campanile Málaga Airport, and Hotel Zen Airport are all within 10min of the airport. Hotel Zen Airport provides a free shuttle.

If renting a car, the Avis/Budget, Europcar/Interrent, Goldcar, Hertz/Firefly, Record Go, and Sixt agencies are found in the baggage claim area. Taxis are available outside Terminal 3 in Arrivals. Three types of buses are available: the Airport Express Route Line 75 will get you to the centre of Málaga in 15min; intercity buses can connect you to Nerja, Marbella or Estepona; and long-distance coaches will connect you to Algeciras or Alsa. Lastly, the suburban train line connects the airport with the city centre as well as key locations on the Costa del Sol such as Fuengirola, Benalmádena and Torremolinos, with estimated travel times of 10min to Torremolinos and 12min to the centre of Málaga.

Gatwick features play areas and Kids’ Zones with toys and TVs that play cartoons and other kids’ shows. Málaga-Costa del Sol also has play areas, and both airports have nursing rooms. Gatwick additionally has strollers for use, family lanes at security, and early check-in options.