Lisbon to Malaga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lisbon from Malaga?

The distance from Lisbon to Malaga is 292.5 miles (470.8 km) as the crow flies. Malaga is located ESE of Lisbon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 415.6 miles, taking about 7h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Lisbon is in Portugal, while Malaga is in Spain.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lisbon and Malaga. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.