Taxis Malaga Airport

Malaga Airport Taxis: Fares, How to Find and Tips

This guide contains everything you need to know about Malaga Airport taxis. Including fares, extra supplements for luggage, weekend rates, how to find the taxi stop at the airport, plus tips for a safe taxi ride in Malaga.

A quick look at Malaga Airport Taxi prices

Here are 3 quick examples of local taxi fares from Malaga Airport to a few of the most popular destinations on the Costa del Sol. Scroll down to see more prices for other destinations.

  • Taxi from Malaga Airport to Fuengirola €36 – €42
  • Taxi from Malaga Airport to Marbella €70 – €82
  • Taxi from Malaga Airport to Estepona €106 – €125
Málaga airport taxi sign

Malaga Airport Taxi Fares: Costa del Sol and Andalusia

Below, you’ll find a table with up-to-date fares to popular destinations on the Costa del Sol, Malaga province and Andalucia. We also detail airport supplements, fares for daytime/nighttime/public holidays, extra luggage, large luggage and minimum fares. These prices below are just a guide, correct at the time of writing.

  • An airport supplement of 5.50€ is always added on top of any fare to or from Malaga Airport.
  • The absolute minimum fare for any taxi driving to or from Malaga Airport is 15-20€ (exact price depends on the rate, read more below).
  • Rate 1 applies from Monday to Friday daytime.
  • Rate 2 applies from Monday to Friday nighttime from 10pm to 6am, plus all day on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
  • Extra luggage or parcels, other than one per person, or bigger than 60cm in size, may incur an extra charge of 0.45€ per kilometre.

FARES MALAGA AIRPORT TAXIS (INCLUDING AIRPORT SUPPLEMENT):

DESTINATIONDISTANCERATE 1
Monday to Friday
daytime


RATE 2
Monday to Friday
nights 10pm-6am,
and Saturdays, Sundays
and public holidays
Algeciras142 km€173€205
Almuñecar106 km€130€154
Antequera63 km€80€94
Benalmádena pueblo20 km€29€34
Benalmádena coast14km€22€25
Cala de Mijas35 km€47€59
Calahonda40km€59€69
Coin35km€47€59
Estepona85 km€106€125
Fuengirola26 km€36€42
Marbella60 km€70€81
Mijas40km€42€50
Motril118 km€145€171
Nerja74 km€93€110
Ojen60km€77€91
Puerto Banus64 km€85€99
Ronda110 km€135€160
San Pedro70km€88€104
Sotogrande118km€145€170
Torremolinos15 km€17€19

How do Malaga Airport taxi fares work? Do Malaga taxis have meters?

All Malaga taxis have meters, and each taxi driver also has an official table of fares detailing prices to different destinations in the province. Additionally, at Malaga Airport, there is a sign at the taxi rank which sets out the fares to the most popular destinations. Just make sure the meter is on when you get going! Don’t forget, there is an additional 5.50€ charge for picking up or dropping off at the airport. The minimum fee for a taxi departing from or driving to Malaga Airport is 15-20€. You cannot get a taxi (The cost varies depending on if it’s a weekday, weekend, public holiday, and daytime or nighttime; see the detailed explanation above in the table of fares.)

Where is the taxi rank at Malaga Airport Arrivals?

After you collect your baggage and walk outside through the Arrivals exit, look to the right. You will see all the white taxis lined up right in front of you.

Malaga Airport Arrivals taxi rank
Malaga Airport taxi rank – Credit: Caron Badkin / Shutterstock.com

How many people can travel in a Malaga taxi?

The majority of the taxis carry a maximum of 4 people, including children. However, there are now some taxis with 5, 7 or 9 seats and some that are wheelchair accessible. The only problem is that these larger or special mobility taxis are not always available in the airport queue. You could give the taxi company a call on the following numbers (+34) 952 04 04 04 or (+34) 952 33 33 33. You may be able to prebook and ask for car seats, depending on the season. If no taxis are available to pre-book, consider a private transfer instead.

Are the taxi queues long?

The taxi queues are pretty organised, but peak season can get very busy and hot. If you don’t want to get hot and bothered or have young kids with you, a private transfer might be a better option. You can book this in advance, and a driver will meet you in the arrivals hall and whisk you straight off to your destination.

Child/Baby Safety in Malaga Taxis

The law in Spain states that registered taxis do not have to carry child seats. Toddlers, babies and small children can sit on the parent’s lap in the backseat with the adult seat belt around both. Older kids have to sit in the back seat with an adult seat belt. From a personal point of view of driving here and knowing what the drivers are like in Malaga, we highly recommend the correct use of child seats and seatbelts. If you are anxious that your toddler sits in a proper seat or has the correct restraint, book a private transfer or arrange for a hire car to ensure that the appropriate seats are available.

Tips on taking Malaga taxis safely and easily:

  • Take a photo of the taxi’s registration plate or license number. Many people accidentally leave items in the cab, so at least with a photo you have a chance of getting your property back.
  • If you need to call for a taxi from anywhere other than the airport, generally it’s a case of calling the number and telling them where you are. They will say something like “cinco minutos” (5 minutes) and then be there to pick you up. They don’t ask for your destination. There is also an APP.

Other Types of Public and Private Transport at Malaga Airport

If you feel the price for Malaga Airport Taxis is a bit out of your budget or you just wish to look at other transport options, have a look at Uber, car hire, private or shared transfers, buses, trains or private and shared transfers.

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