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Museo Picasso Málaga
Major art museum in the Palacio de Buenavista dedicated to Pablo Picasso, with a strong permanent collection and rotating exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 buses that leave Humberto Delgado Airport for Malaga Airport on Tue, Jul 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct buses cover the 470 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price | $152 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport:
A bus is $172 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport costing on average $231 (€190).
Other travel options to Malaga Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 18m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
The table below shows live departures for Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport buses for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 13h20 | 8:05 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 10h00 | 8:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Humberto Delgado Airport to Malaga Airport run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 21:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 9:30 PM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Major art museum in the Palacio de Buenavista dedicated to Pablo Picasso, with a strong permanent collection and rotating exhibitions.
Art museum focused on 19th-century Spanish and Andalusian painting, housed in a restored palace in the historic center.
Contemporary art museum in the colorful waterfront cube, known for modern and contemporary works from the Pompidou collections.
Málaga's best-known shopping street, famous for elegant architecture, festive decorations, and its central role in city events.
Classic viewpoint above the city with some of Málaga's best panoramic views over the port, bullring, and cathedral.
Modern waterfront promenade with views of the port, lighthouse, and city skyline, highly popular for strolling and photos.
Fresh sardines skewered and grilled over open coals, a signature Malaga beachside specialty closely tied to local fishing traditions.
A chilled almond and garlic soup often served with grapes or melon, traditional in Malaga and especially refreshing in warm weather.
A thick tomato, bread, olive oil, and garlic soup from nearby Antequera, typically richer than gazpacho and often topped with egg or ham.
A stylish, established restaurant inside Gran Hotel Miramar known for refined Andalusian cuisine, seafood, and an elegant setting.
A popular and established tapas bar group in Malaga, appreciated for classic Andalusian small plates and a bustling local feel.
One of Malaga's most famous traditional dining venues, popular for classic tapas, local wines, and a lively historic atmosphere.
Costs are moderate by Spanish standards. Airport food is pricier, but city dining ranges from budget tapas to upscale seafood.
Tipping is modest. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated for good service but not obligatory.
Official public transport app
Malaga Airport Terminal 1, Malaga -> Malaga Maria Zambrano Station, Malaga
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