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Terminal and pickup information

The car hire centre is located in the arrivals hall of Terminal 3. All major suppliers — Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt, Budget, Goldcar and Centauro — have desks in the same building. Local Spanish suppliers are often located in the nearby parking area via a short walk.

Tips for hiring at Malaga Airport (AGP)

Book in advance for summer: July and August are the most popular months for Malaga car hire — prices can triple compared to winter. Book 6–8 weeks ahead for the best rates.
Consider local Spanish suppliers: Goldcar, Centauro and other local companies offer significantly lower rates than the major brands at AGP — and are generally well-reviewed.
Fuel up before returning: There is a petrol station inside the airport complex but it is more expensive. Fill up at a supermarket station on your way back.
ZTL zones in Malaga city: The historic centre of Malaga has restricted traffic zones. Park on the edge of the old town and walk in.

Best drives from Malaga

  • Ronda (1 hr 15 min) — One of Spain's most dramatic hilltop towns, with a spectacular gorge bridge and a beautiful old town.
  • Nerja and the Caves (45 min) — The famous Balcón de Europa viewpoint and the prehistoric cave paintings of the Cueva de Nerja.
  • Seville (2 hrs 15 min) — Andalusia's capital — flamenco, tapas, the Alcázar palace and one of Europe's finest cathedrals.
  • Gibraltar (1 hr 30 min) — The Rock, Barbary macaques and duty-free shopping. Note: you need to cross a border, check hire car border policies.

Tourist traps to avoid

  • Buying insurance at the desk — it's 2–3x the price of an advance standalone policy
  • Returning the car on empty — the supplier's refuelling charge is significantly above market fuel prices
  • Ignoring pre-existing damage — always photograph the car before driving away
  • Booking airport pickup when a city pickup is cheaper — if you're staying in Malaga city first, consider collecting from there
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