Lisbon to Málaga
1h 00m The flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) covers 470 km (292 miles) and takes approximately 1h 00m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-east on an initial great-circle bearing of 118°, passing near 37.8° N, 6.8° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 51m | 1h 16m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 36m | 1h 01m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 31m | 57m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 33m | 58m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| LIS | AGP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport | Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport |
| City | Lisbon | Málaga |
| Country | Portugal | Spain |
| ICAO | LPPT | LEMG |
| Coordinates | 38.7813, -9.1359 | 36.6749, -4.4991 |
| Elevation | 374 ft | 53 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Lisbon to Málaga?
A non-stop flight from Lisbon (LIS) to Málaga (AGP) takes about 1h 00m. The great-circle distance is 470 km (292 miles, 254 nautical miles), flying south-east on an initial bearing of 118°.
How far is Lisbon from Málaga?
470 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 292 miles or 254 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between LIS and AGP?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 470 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.