Terminal 3 Malaga Airport

This is a complete guide to Terminal 3 at Malaga Airport. Whether you’re arriving or departing, our guide will walk you through this airy and modern terminal, from check-in and security, to dining, shopping and more.

Overview Terminal 3 Malaga Airport

Terminal 3 (T3) at Malaga Airport, featuring modern design with steel and glass, offers a bright and welcoming atmosphere for travellers. It includes an underground railway station and a second runway. For passengers with only hand luggage and a boarding pass, heading directly to T3 saves time and effort.

Connecting Terminals (No shuttle needed)

Passengers with hold baggage or needing a boarding pass should initially visit Terminal 2 (T2). Afterwords, T3 is where you’ll need to pass through Security and Passport Control. Don’t worry, the two terminals are under one roof, so you will not need a shuttle to get from one to another. If you are travelling with only hand luggage and already have your boarding pass, head straight to T3, as it will save you walking through T2.

T3 Transportation Hub

Malaga Airport T3 serves as a transportation hub, housing a bus station, pedestrian pathways to parking areas P1 and P2, and the train station. Lifts and walkways facilitate movement between Arrivals and Departures levels, leading you to the central square (atrium) over the bus station.

Terminal 3 Malaga – Arrivals Process

Wherever you land at Malaga Airport, you will always be directed to the main Arrivals area in Terminal 3, Floor 0. After landing, follow the signs through Passport Control, Customs, baggage reclaim (even if you only have hand luggage) and, finally, into the Arrivals hall. This is the only way out and where all the trains, buses and taxis are. Read our comprehensive guide to Arrivals and get LIVE Malaga flight arrivals information.

Terminal 3 Malaga – Departures Process

Malaga Airport Departures are located on Floor 1, upstairs level. In T3, you’ll find some check-in desks for Schengen-country flights. If you’re dropping off luggage, just look at the flight screens to find your check-in desk number. If you need to drop luggage off in T2, don’t worry, as it’s in the same building and you don’t need a shuttle, you can just walk there. Next, you’ll need to head to Security which is located in T3. Read our full guide to Departures and get LIVE Malaga flight departure information here.

Car Parking Terminal 3 Malaga

Airport Parking

There are five parking areas that belong to the airport authority and are housed in T3 or accessible from T3:

• Express car park (10-minute stay FREE)
• P1 – General public car park
• P7 – Public car park
• P3 – Long-stay car park in the aeronautics area for long stays and tall vehicles
• VIP car park. The VIP service has 5 parking places in the Departures area of T3 and six in the Arrivals area.

Off-site (Long-term) Parking

Additionally, there are several off-site car parks that offer long-term parking. You can find out more about them here. Looking for information about Off-Site Parking Shuttle Bus Services? Visit our Arrivals guide to get the latest instructions.

Public transportation

Buses

Buses stop just outside the Arrivals forecourt. You will see a bus shelter there with seating and timetables. We provide more information about bus routes and timetables available here.

Taxis

There is a taxi rank just outside Arrivals on the right. Get more information on taxi fares here to the most popular destinations.

Trains

The suburban train; which takes you to Torremolinos, Benalmadena and Fuengirola in one direction, and Malaga City in the other; operates from the railway station.

Car Hire

Find out all about car hire available at Malaga Airport here. Looking for information about the Off-Site Car Hire Company Shuttle Bus Stop? Visit our Arrivals guide to get the latest instructions.

Private transfers

Find out all about private transfers at Malaga Airport here.

Passenger Services

Facilities in T3 include currency exchange offices, a VIP Lounge, and tour operators in the Arrivals lobby. There are many other amenities, plus more services in T2, all only a walk away. Find out more about the amenities at Malaga Airport like Left Luggage and other Passenger Services.

Disabled Access

Passengers with reduced mobility may request assistance from the information desks and meeting points in all T3 zones. These points are easy to spot as they are bright yellow and signed “Sin Barreras”. If there is not a member of staff at the desk, assistance like the provision of wheelchairs or buggy rides to the plane may be requested by pressing the button on the panel.

Lost Property & Luggage

The Lost Property office is on Floor 1 in T3. The telephone number is (+34) 913 211 000 or you can email objetosperdidosagp@aena.es. Lost luggage or objects left on the aircraft should be reported at your airline’s lost luggage office by telephone or in the baggage reclaim zone.

Terminal 3 Malaga Restaurants

There are a number of cafes and restaurants in T3, including some that are open 24 hours. Find out more about them in our full guide to Malaga Airport restaurants.

Terminal 3 Malaga Shopping

The large shopping area inside the T3 Departures hall is accessible only to passengers. Here you can explore a variety of shops, ranging from high street fashion to luxury brands and duty-free essentials. Find out more about them in our full guide to Malaga Airport shopping.

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