Malaga Airport Museum

Many of you have probably passed the sign for the Malaga Airport Museum or Museo Aeronáutico de Málaga before but never given it a second thought. There are countless websites about it, but none of them left us yearning to see it. Until we decided to visit… and we’re so pleased we did! This is an amazing part of air travel history, it’s FREE, and well worth a visit.

What is the Malaga Airport Museum?

The Museo Aeronáutico de Málaga, known as the Malaga Airport Museum, is perfect for kids as well as the older generation. Everybody will love the Malaga Airport Museum because their motto is “try it and learn”. This means you can touch and interact with everything in the museum – like climbing inside a plane and going up the old air control tower. The museum’s permanent exhibition is an amazing glimpse back to the days when air travel was still luxurious. In short, it’s a fun, educational outing for the whole family, where you get to see the marvels of flight up close.

Visiting the Museum

The museum visit is FREE and the visit takes around 90 minutes in total. When we went, on arrival, the reception staff were really helpful, giving us a map of the museum and a quick explanation of all the different buildings.

Building 1

The first building exhibits old uniforms, tickets, weighing machines and more – it was amazing to see how travel has changed over the years. There is also an old plane you can climb inside; you won’t believe how small the overhead compartments are! There are also temporary exhibitions from time to time, which change depending on the season. Finally, there is an interactive flight simulator area that the kids will love.

Building 2

The next building is the original Malaga Airport! You can visit the old Airport’s check-in lounge, departure hall and bar. It is full of fabulous photos of how luxurious air travel was before. You can also climb up to the old air control tower.

Building 3

The last building houses lots of different antique planes, helicopters, engines and old air traffic communication equipment.

Are there flight shows or exhibitions?

Yes, the museum occasionally hosts flight exhibitions and shows, so it’s worth following their Facebook page and plan your visit ahead.

Where is the Malaga Airport Museum?

Drive to the airport via the M-21 motorway (instead of the airport exit ramp on the M-20). You’ll see all the long-term parking companies on your right and the San Miguel factory on your left. At the roundabout, turn left following the signs for “Museo”. The Museum’s official address is Avenida del Comandante García Morato s/n, Churriana, Malaga. Here is a Google Maps link to find the museum.

Opening Times

• Tuesday, 10am till 8pm.  
• Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to 2pm.
• The Museum also opens on any Spanish bank holidays that fall on the above opening days/times, except 1st-6th January and 24th, 25th and 31st December.

Parking at the Malaga Airport Museum

On Tuesday afternoons and Saturday mornings, we’re told you can always park on the Museum Grounds. On other days, you may need to find parking around the San Miguel factory or in one of the airport car parks.

Is there a restaurant at the Malaga Airport Museum?

While there are no restaurants or bars at the museum, there is a rest/picnic area. You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks and sit there after your visit.

Museum Website & Social Media Links

• www.aeromuseo.org
• facebook.com/aeroplaza
• instagram.com/aeromuseo
• www.youtube.com/@aeromuseomalaga6647
• Telephone Number 0034 952 048 176
• Email agpmuseo@aena.es

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