VIP Lounge At Malaga Airport
The VIP lounge at Malaga Airport is large and comfortable and offers free WiFi and food. You can sit by the windows overlooking the downstairs Departure hall with a clear view of all the shops, restaurants and passengers coming and going. This comprehensive guide explains how to access the Malaga VIP Lounge, its prices, opening times and all the services included.
Where is the VIP Lounge Malaga Airport?
After you clear Security, you need to walk through the large Duty Free Shop. Once you come out the other end of the shop, turn right. The VIP lounge is just ahead, up at the top of the stairs, on Floor 2. There is also a lift that takes you to the VIP Lounge if you cannot take the stairs.
Free WiFi & Comfort
The Malaga Airport VIP Lounge provides free WiFi. The lounge itself is spacious and has a huge number of oversized sofas, chairs and tables where you can sit and relax or have a meal before your flight. There are TV areas with a large amount of seating – one is at the back and a bit more private. Unlike many other VIP lounges we have visited, this never feels busy as it’s so huge at over 2,600m2.
Amenities Included
The lounge offers a big, comfortable lounge-seating area overlooking the Departures hall. There are also computers and printers, free WiFi access, food, snacks and drinks, meeting areas, an excellent selection of newspapers and magazines, TV areas, two sets of nice clean toilets, a rest area for sleeping and a children’s play area. Finally, there is also a small jewellery shop in the lounge.
Food & Drinks
Food and drinks in the VIP Lounge are included in the price. Depending on the time of day, there are different things to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- At main meal times, there is hot food, including paella and stews.
- Generally, there are plenty of snacks like cereals, sandwiches, salads, doughnuts, pastries, biscuits, tea, coffee, soft drinks, olives and crisps available all the time.
- Water, coffee, tea and soft drinks are included.
If you’re staying here for a couple of hours and have a good appetite, it could be worth it because you can pay anything up to 15-20€ for a sandwich and a coffee at the restaurants in the Departures hall. All snacks and drinks are included in the price of your entry into the lounge, and they also have small water bottles so you can grab a couple for the flight.
Flight Screens / No Loudspeaker Announcements
A word of warning! There are no loudspeaker announcements in the VIP Lounge. So don’t forget to keep an eye on the flight screens if you’re waiting for your flight boarding to be announced. This is especially relevant if you’re flying to a non-Schengen country (for example the UK, USA and Ireland) because you will still need to clear Passport Control before getting to your boarding gate, which can take a while.
Opening Times VIP Lounge Malaga Airport
The lounge is open every day from 5:30am to 22:30pm. Opening times may vary in peak season and on public holidays, you can check them here.
Prices & How to Access VIP Lounge
There are five ways to access the VIP Lounge at Malaga Airport:
- As part of your flight ticket, if you’re flying Business Class or similar, or have an associated Club Card.
- With your Priority Pass (more information here).
- Pay on entry, by queueing at the reception desk.
- Book online on the AENA website.
- Find an offer online.
Malaga Airport VIP Lounge prices:
- Adults / Children over 11 years old – 40.85€
- Children 6-10 years old – 18.85€
- Children 0-5 years old – Free
Prices and information are correct at the time of publication but may vary later.
Maximum Stay VIP Lounge Malaga Airport
During peak seasons like Easter, summer, Christmas and UK school holidays, your stay in the VIP lounge may be restricted to a certain number of hours.
Contact & Reservations
You can make inquiries and reservations by telephone: (+34) 952 048 854 or email agp.salavip@aena.es.
Is There Reduced Mobility Access?
Yes, the Malaga Airport VIP Lounge offers reduced mobility access. There is a lift to take you from the main Departures Hall to Floor 2 where the lounge is. The lounge itself is spacious and equipped for people with special mobility requirements. Read more about Mobility Assistance at Malaga Airport.
Is the VIP Lounge Malaga Airport worth it?
Overview
Overall, if you feel like having a bit of a treat, have a delayed flight, or wish to catch up on some
You sometimes have to queue
As a downside, there is often a queue to get in, especially in peak times, so it may not be worth it if you don’t have much time until your flight. The reason is partly that these days, there are simply more passengers. And partly, because years ago, only people with business class tickets could access VIP Lounges. Now, luckily, all passengers can book them. However, this makes VIP Lounges busier than before.
Comparison to VIP Lounges in the UK
In our experience, even if we’ve had to queue, Malaga Airport VIP Lounge always has room. We have never been refused entry because they are too busy. This is in stark contrast to many of the VIP Lounges in the UK, which we have often found to be full at peak times. Part of the reason is that the UK VIP Lounges are privately owned, whereas the VIP Lounge in Malaga Airport belongs to the airport authority.
Is the price worth it?
The price can seem expensive, but having used the VIP lounges at Bristol Airport and Heathrow, in comparison, Malaga Airport VIP is a great lounge because it’s huge and therefore always feels relaxed. There is always lots of food, the toilets are incredibly clean and the WiFi has always worked. There are also lots of points to charge phones and laptops, plus you can grab a bottle of water to take onto the flight. All in all, we recommend the VIP Lounge at Malaga Airport if you have time to spare, if your flight is delayed for 2-3 hours or more, or if you’re a Priority Pass holder / flying in Business Class.
Fast Track & Other Services at Malaga Airport
The only other priority/VIP service available at Malaga Airport is Fast Track. This is the fast lane for airport security, as you enter the Departures lounge. Read more about it in our comprehensive guide, Fast Track at Malaga Airport. Additionally, you might be interested in our guides to Left Luggage, Mobility Assistance and other passenger services at Malaga Airport.
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