Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Málaga flights
Málaga lies 1,437 km (893 mi) north-east of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 36 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Málaga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 211,359 | 592,346 |
| Elevation | 55 m (180 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Atlantic/Canary) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Nearest large airport | TFN, 9 km out | AGP, 9 km out |
| Postal codes | 38001–38320 | 29001–29591 |
Clocks in Málaga are 1 h ahead of Santa Cruz de Tenerife right now, so a 2 h 36 min journey lands 3 h 36 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,404-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS, 56 km).
Arriving in Málaga
Málaga is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport (GRX, 77 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport | AGP | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,500 ft | 53 ft |
| F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport (regional) | GRX | 77 km (48 mi) | 9,514 ft | 1,860 ft |
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Staying in Málaga
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Common questions
How far is Málaga from Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
1,437 km (893 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Málaga by air?
About 2 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Málaga?
Málaga is 1 h ahead at the moment (Europe/Madrid against Atlantic/Canary).
Which airports are used for Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Málaga flights?
Typically Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN) to Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP); Málaga also has GRX.
Where can I stay in Málaga?
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Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.