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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. 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.

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When to visit Fuengirola

Fuengirola in January
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in January
Estimated hotel price
$172
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 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 40h 40m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Córdoba takes 1h 10m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $52 for a 2h 44m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including Interbus, ALSA and Damas. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 153 km and will cost you around $55. From Seville, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 40h 40m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Córdoba takes 1h 10m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $52 for a 2h 44m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including Interbus, ALSA and Damas. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 153 km and will cost you around $55. From Seville, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Fuengirola

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Fuengirola

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,616 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,012 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,563 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,070 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,041 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,431 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,510 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,596 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,085 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,082 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 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 $145 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $271 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 $52 to $2,618 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fuengirola are about 39% 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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Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$117+
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Hotel Riu Costa Del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$256+
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Ona Las Rampas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$81+
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Ilunion Fuengirola
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$93+
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tent Torremolinos
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$102+
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Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $2.96 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 $35.51 and $47.35. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen Berlingo or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.96 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 $35.51 and $47.35. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen Berlingo or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.