Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Fuengirola travel guide

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With a population of 71,482, Fuengirola is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain.

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Where to Eat in Fuengirola

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hierro Casa de Fuegos Fuengirola (C. Larga, 8) and Madre Mía (C. Torrealta, 1) are great picks.

When to visit Fuengirola

Fuengirola in November
Estimated hotel price
$208
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in November
Estimated hotel price
$208
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 41h 55m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Córdoba takes 0h 59m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $38 for a 2h 44m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 17 miles from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including Interbus, ALSA and Transportes Generales Comes. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 105 miles and will cost you around $46. From Jerez de la Frontera, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 145 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 41h 55m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Córdoba takes 0h 59m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $38 for a 2h 44m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 17 miles from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including Interbus, ALSA and Transportes Generales Comes. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 105 miles and will cost you around $46. From Jerez de la Frontera, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Fuengirola

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Fuengirola

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,909 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,871 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,178 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,569 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,554 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,383 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 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 Ona Las Rampas, Fuengirola offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $182 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $327 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal Los Corchos and Hotel Agur. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Fuengirola, with prices from $72 to $1,078 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fuengirola are about 2% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola

Most booked hotels in Fuengirola

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Hotel Ipv Palace & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$171+
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Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$202+
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Occidental Fuengirola by Barceló
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$243+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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tent Torremolinos
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Hotel Zen Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$112+
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Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $3.07 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 $36.75 and $49.00. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.07 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 $36.75 and $49.00. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.