Melilla – Malaga
Ferries to Spain
Melilla – Malaga
Ferries to Spain
The Melilla to Malaga ferry route is provided by 1 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Melilla to Malaga takes approximately 7 hours 16 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Melilla to Malaga ferry can range between 6 hours and 8 hours 17 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 7 weekly sailings from Melilla to Malaga.
Balearia provide 1 sailing daily, 7 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Melilla Port at approximately 01:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 23:59. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Melilla to Malaga is with Balearia in 6 hours.
The fastest ferries from Melilla to Malaga usually cost around $342.37.
There are overnight ferries from Melilla to Malaga. The first overnight ferry departs at 01:00 and arrives in Malaga at 08:16.
There are cabins available on ferries from Melilla to Malaga with Balearia.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Melilla to Malaga with Balearia.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Melilla to Malaga ferry with Balearia.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Melilla Malaga ferry with Balearia.
Foot passengers travelling with Balearia can take as much luggage as they can carry independently at no extra cost. Belongings can be placed in designated storage areas in the passenger lounges.
The price of a ferry from Melilla to Malaga can vary between $121.44 and $527.68 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $120.84, with prices ranging from $17 and $233. The average price with a car is $341.06. Car prices can range from $72 to $537. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 June 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Malaga ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Melilla to Malaga with Balearia.
The best way to travel from Melilla to Malaga is by ferry. With 1 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Melilla - Malaga Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Spain | |
| Destination Country | Spain | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Balearia | |
| Average Price | $334 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 7 h 16 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 6 h | |
| First Ferry | 01:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 124 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.
The Spanish administered city of Melilla is located on the north west African coast and shares a border with Morocco. The city lies across the sea from the Spanish provinces of Granada and Almeria and is next to the Alboran Sea. With an area of around 12 sq. km it is one of two permanently inhabited Spanish administered cities on the continent of Africa, the other being Ceuta. The closest city in Morocco to Melilla is Nador and the Moroccan settlement of Beni Ansar lies immediately to the south. Radiating out in a semicircle around the beach and port of Melilla is the city itself and is on the eastern side of the peninsular of Cape Tres Forcas, at the bottom of Mount Gurugu and at the mouth of the Rio de Oro.
The city's port offers passenger ferry connections to Almeria and Malaga on the Spanish mainland. The passenger and cargo route between Europe and Morocco use the ferry links to Melilla. As a result, the port and associated business form an important source of income for the city.
The city od Malaga lies on the southern coast of Spain and is the main resort on the Costa del Sol, in the Andalusia region of the country, and is home to some of the best beaches in the region. Perhaps the most popular tourist attraction in the city is the Bahia de Malaga, which is the picturesque Bay of Malaga, where boat tours can be taken and is also where you will find many restaurants. Also popular in the city's Old Town is the Plaza de la Merced which is a great place to stroll through and to relax in one of the cafes and bars in the area and the Jardin Botanico Historico La Concepcion which is a botanic garden that has many examples of exotic plants and is situated on the outskirts of the city. Malaga is also home to a number of other parks where many tropical plants and palm trees can be found. Some that are worth visiting include Parque de la Naturaleza Selwo, Parque de El Retiro and Paseo del Parque.
