Fuengirola travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fuengirola

With a population of 71,482, Fuengirola is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 48 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fuengirola has to offer.

When to visit Fuengirola

Fuengirola in November
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in November
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fuengirola in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 115 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Fuengirola, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.

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How to Get to Fuengirola

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 20m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $33 for a 2h 47m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 95 miles and will cost you around $24. From Seville, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 20m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $33 for a 2h 47m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 95 miles and will cost you around $24. From Seville, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Fuengirola

Airlines serving Fuengirola

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (941 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,548 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (485 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,589 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,956 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,117 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,466 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,870 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (821 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,667 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fuengirola

From 5-star hotels such as the Higueron Hotel Malaga, Curio Collection by Hilton to great affordable options like the Hotel Las Rampas, Fuengirola offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal Los Corchos and Hotel Agur.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola

Most booked hotels in Fuengirola

Occidental Fuengirola by Barceló
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$247+
Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$199+
Hotel Las Rampas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$111+
Ilunion Fuengirola
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$222+
Hotel Ritual Torremolinos- Adults Only
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$132+
Sol Principe
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$241+

Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.02 and $46.69. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Ford C-MAX or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.02 and $46.69. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Ford C-MAX or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.