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July 7 - July 16

Cheapest

Earliest

CWL - Málaga

$177

$48

Round trip

July 7 - July 9

Best

Earliest

CWL - Málaga

$193

$50

Round trip

July 7 - July 23

Earliest

CWL - Málaga

$164

$51

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July 14 - July 16

CWL - Málaga

$187

$51

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July 14 - July 30

CWL - Málaga

$161

$53

Round trip

July 7 - July 30

Earliest

CWL - Málaga

$161

$54

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July 14 - July 23

CWL - Málaga

$174

$55

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July 7 - July 21

Earliest

CWL - Málaga

$168

$55

Round trip

July 7 - July 14

Earliest

CWL - Málaga

$182

$55

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July 12 - July 16

CWL - Málaga

$187

$57

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Insights for flights from Cardiff to Málaga

The journey from Cardiff to Málaga covers a distance of 1640 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a flight that is longer than a short hop but typically not an intercontinental journey.

When looking for cheap flights from Cardiff to Málaga, fares typically range from $248–$657, with a median of $438. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals requires some flexibility.

The cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Málaga is often in December, when the median fare is around $107. Other affordable months include September, with a median fare of $201, and October, where the median fare is $213.

For direct flights from Cardiff to Málaga, only 9.5% of recent itineraries are non-stop. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical journey involving 3 stopovers when connecting.

A typical journey from Cardiff to Málaga, including connections, takes approximately 26h 43m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route.

How much is a round trip from Cardiff to Málaga

Regular price: $129 - $569

Prices for flights from Cardiff to Málaga are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $129 to $569. The current lowest deal is $48 with Ryanair, for travel from July 7 to July 16.

now $48

Low $129

High $569

The cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Málaga

The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Málaga is December, with a median price of $107. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $511. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $107

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $511

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Direct flights from Cardiff to Málaga

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Cardiff to Málaga

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Málaga

Cardiff (CWL) - Málaga (AGP)

Ryanair

$186

$66

One-way

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Málaga

Cardiff (CWL) - Málaga (AGP)

Ryanair

$194

$67

One-way

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Málaga

Cardiff (CWL) - Málaga (AGP)

Ryanair

$175

$74

One-way

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Málaga

Cardiff (CWL) - Málaga (AGP)

Ryanair

$303

$112

One-way

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Málaga

Cardiff (CWL) - Málaga (AGP)

Ryanair

$367

$132

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Málaga

Cardiff (CWL) - Málaga (AGP)

TUI Airways

$284

$145

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cardiff to Málaga

2 nights

Jun 16 - Jun 18

$367 → $132

64%

4 nights

Jul 3 - Jul 7

$302 → $109

64%

8 nights

Jun 16 - Jun 24

$303 → $112

63%

3 nights

Jul 4 - Jul 7

$303 → $112

63%

Popular Airports to fly from Cardiff to Málaga

Cardiff - Málaga route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Cardiff to Málaga are above the typical level, with a median price of $438.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the cheapest prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Málaga, with a median price of $107.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect flights to take 26h 43m.

Flights from Cardiff to Málaga typically take 26h 43m, with connecting flights having 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 9.5% of recent deals are for direct flights, making connecting flights dominant on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights.

Ryanair has offered direct flights from Cardiff to Málaga in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Cardiff to Málaga are frequent, with 0.67 deals per day historically.

Cardiff main airports to depart from

Cardiff (CWL)

Cheapest

Cardiff Airport offers direct flights to Málaga, making it a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~15 km from Cardiff city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$48

Málaga main airports to arrive at

Málaga (AGP)

Cheapest

Málaga Airport is ideal for direct flights to Málaga, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

📍 ~8 km from Málaga city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$48

Airports nearby Málaga used as alternative

Seville (SVQ)

Cheapest

Seville (SVQ) is a strong alternative due to its large route network and extensive infrastructure.

📍 ~155 km from Málaga (reachable by high-speed rail and highway)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Federico García Lorca (GRX)

Federico García Lorca (GRX) is the closest alternative, ideal for domestic Spanish and select European flights.

📍 ~105 km from Málaga (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$209

Jerez (XRY)

Jerez (XRY) is a viable alternative for travelers on the western Costa del Sol with international leisure routes.

📍 ~135 km from Málaga (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Gibraltar International (GIB)

Gibraltar International (GIB) is excellent for direct flights to the United Kingdom, geographically close to Málaga.

📍 ~105 km from Málaga (reachable by car, requires border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$300

Almería (LEI)

Almería (LEI) offers a less crowded experience and is an alternative for eastern Andalusia departures.

📍 ~190 km from Málaga (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$245

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Málaga

Málaga, Spain

39% AI deal score

$2,287

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Málaga

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Cardiff to Málaga is typically between 14 and 27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for flights was $510. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $629, while booking 60+ days out also shows higher average prices of $606. This suggests that planning a few weeks in advance can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cardiff to Málaga is considered to be $248 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $438. Prices can go up, with 75% of flights costing $657 or less. Therefore, aiming for a fare around $248 would typically secure a competitive deal.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Málaga, with a median price of $107. Other historically inexpensive months include September, with a median price of $201, and October, with a median price of $213. The annual median price for this route is $438, indicating that significant savings can be found by traveling in these months.

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