Car Hire Malaga Airport (AGP)

If you’re planning a trip to the Costa del Sol, you’ll find booking an Avis hire car from Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is the best way to reach southern Spain’s popular sunshine coast.

With easy access to all the popular resorts and beaches, Malaga Airport is the largest airport serving the sun-drenched region of Andalucia. It offers the widest selection of flights as well as convenience for travel to centres like Marbella, Torremolinos and Malaga itself.  

Picking up your Avis hire car at Malaga Airport means you are free to explore this vibrant city and Andalucia beyond with its great mix of cultural landmarks, historic sites, lively food scene and beautiful beaches, all at your own pace.

Book direct with Avis and you’ll benefit from flexible booking with free cancellation, a fleet of quality rental vehicles and speedy collection to get you on the road quickly plus we’ve a free loyalty programme with a host of travel benefits you’ll love.

Wherever you’re heading, you can choose how you start your car hire journey with Avis. For Avis Preferred members, this means bypassing the counter with our self-service key kiosks. There’s always the option of choosing QuickPass for faster pickup with minimal paperwork or you can simply check-in at the desk, where a friendly welcome and best local advice on your trip is waiting.  

• Self service collection 

Want to skip the queue without the extra cost? At certain destinations we operate a self-service key collection service option for members of Avis Preferred our free loyalty scheme. Just sign up to join and benefit from our key kiosk collection service as well as 10% discounts on your booking plus a range of partner offers. 

• Cut the queues with QuickPass 

To cut the wait to collect your car, get the booking admin done before you travel with QuickPass our free pre-registration service. Just add your driving licence and payment details via our secure portal on the Avis website or app ahead of your trip. You’ll then be able to pick up your keys with minimal paperwork.  

• Check-in at the desk 

You can always choose to simply check in at the desk when you arrive at your destination. Perfect if you’re looking for a friendly welcome and best local advice on your trip, ideal for anyone who’d rather have their questions answered in person before hitting the road. 

You’ll find our Avis counter at Malaga Airport on the ground floor of both Terminals 2 and 3, and our team offer a fast and efficient check-in and return drop-off. Our Avis rental car park is a short walk from the terminal buildings.

Our Malaga Airport car hire service offers a wide variety of rental options alongwith an Avis Preferred service and an out of hours key drop at the return office.

Whether you’re looking for a mid-size vehicle to cruise along the Mediterranean coast or a small car to zip through the ancient streets of Malaga, our car hire fleet has got you covered. Choose from a range of vehicles, including small cars (e.g. Fiat, Volkswagen Polo or similar), mid-size cars (e.g. hatchback Vauxhall Crossland  or similar), large cars (e.g. Peugeot 3008 or similar), estates (e.g. Skoda Octavia Estate or similar) and people carriers (e.g. Citroen Grand Picasso or similar).

Take a look at our Malaga car hire options for a full overview.

Can I cancel or amend my booking?

Yes, you can cancel, amend or extend your Malaga Airport car hire with us via the manage your booking section online or on our Avis app. Avis offers free cancellations up to 48h before pick-up.

What are the age requirements for hiring a rental car at Malaga Airport?

The minimum age to rent a car with Avis from Malaga Airport is 21. In Spain, a young driver surcharge will apply to drivers the age of 25. Age restrictions also vary by vehicle and some selected car groups are not available to drivers under the age of 25.

There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car but you’ll be told if there are any age restrictions for the vehicle you request on booking.

What documents do I need to hire a car from Malaga Airport?

To hire a car at Malaga Airport, you just need to bring your:

• Driving licence - held for at least 1 year from the date of pick-up.
• The credit card used for your booking.
• Proof of any discount (such as a frequent flyer or Avis Preferred card),
• Photo ID such as a passport or driving licence taken in the last 10 years.

Can I pick up my rental car at Malaga Airport and return it at another location?

One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Malaga Airport and then return it to another Avis office whether that’s in Spain or even another country in Europe. When you are ready to book, just specify your destination in the booking panel.

Is it worth hiring a car in Malaga?

While central Malaga is easily walkable and Andalucia has a network of buses and trains but hiring a car is the most flexible way to get around to get to out of the way places and enjoy the freedom of independent travel.

If you are driving in Malaga and the Costa Del Sol for the first time or have just arrived in Europe, make sure you familiarise yourself with the road rules for driving in Spain before picking up your car. Some key Spanish road rules include driving on the right and overtaking on the left. Be aware that cars must use dipped headlights throughout the day. This is applicable all year round. Mobile phones can only be used as a built-in audio device. Children aged under 12 and less than 135cm tall must be seated in an appropriate child restraint for their size. Children aged under 12 are not allowed to sit in the front seat

Other country driving laws

• Always use indicators, you will be fined for not using indicators when needed
• Cyclists have right of way, at all times

Speed limits

All speed signs will be in km/h.

• Urban areas: 50 km/h (31 mph)
• Rural areas: 90 km/h (55 mph)
• Motorways: 120km/h (74mph)

Malaga is traditionally thought of as a summer destination, but it's worth considering in winter. Here are five ways to make the most of Malaga during the milder months. 

Explore the cultural sights 

Malaga is home to several historic sites that tend to be much quieter during the winter months. The Alcazaba and Roman Theatre feature a Moorish fortress and adjacent ruins, perfect for exploring in milder weather. Alternatively, visit the top of Castillo de Gibralfaro for panoramic winter sunset views of the port and city. 

Tour a local museum 

With over 30 cultural venues to explore, Malaga is home to world-class museums that also make great places to hide during inclement weather. Highlights include the Museo Picasso and the Centre Pompidou Malaga at Muelle Uno. 

Embrace the seasonal festivities 

Malaga offers plenty of festivities throughout the winter. Its famous Calle Larios Christmas Lights, a musical light and sound canopy, runs through December and early January, while there's also a Three Kings Parade through the city centre. Finish the night by warming up with traditional churros and hot chocolate. 

Take a day trip to Ronda 

Head to the nearby city of Ronda where you can enjoy dramatic clifftop views, the El Tajo gorge and its historic bridge. Just a little further afield is Setenil de las Bodegas, a charming town full of shops, bars, and restaurants, all built under the canyon rock it sits in. With townhouses located beneath the rocks, its inhabitants are quite literally living under a rock. 

Unwind in warm thermal waters 

While the sea may be too cold in the winter, you can enjoy a warm dip at the Hammam Spa baths. Choose from two pools, warm to very hot, plus a steam room and hot marble slabs to relax on. 

From the Avis car park at Malaga-Costa Del Sol Airport to the centre of Malaga is a drive of 9km which will take around 15min depending on the time of day. Head northeast from the airport via the MA 23 and MA20 following signs to the centre (centro urbano). Or take the scenic N-340 coast road to arrive at Malaga’s palm-fringed esplanade.

As the capital city of Malaga Province in the region of Andalusia, this slice of southern Spain offers everything – from towering mountains to pretty plazas and laid-back tapas bars. Don’t miss the Moorish castle, Roman Amphitheatre or the Picasso Museum or of course, relaxing on one of the city’s 12 beaches.

Malaga Province, in the region of Andalusia, is an idyllic destination to explore in your Avis hire car.

Once you have picked up your car hire at Malaga airport, you can hit the A-7 coast road or the AP-7 toll motorway before heading to the resort towns along the Costa del Sol.

Whether you’re looking to kick back and enjoy the many beaches of Malaga Province, or are raring to explore its historical and cultural highlights, the region has it all.

Stretching across 160 km of Mediterranean coastline the is home to a diversity of landscapes. Tear yourself away from its dazzling white shores and pristine bays to spend time in picturesque clifftop towns like Ronda or visit natural wonders like the towering limestone rock formations of El torcal De Antequera, 30km north of Malaga.