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Ferry from Malaga to Melilla

Balearia provides the ferry from Malaga to Melilla. Malaga Melilla ferries cost around $163 and $979, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Malaga Melilla ferries.

Ferry times from Malaga to Melilla

Malaga Melilla ferry sailings typycally depart from Malaga at around 08:30. The last ferry leaves at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

The Malaga Melilla ferry trip can take around 6 hours. The fastest Malaga to Melilla ferry is around 6 hours. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Malaga Melilla Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 7 weekly sailings from Malaga to Melilla serviced by Balearia. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Malaga to Melilla

Malaga Melilla ferry prices typically range between $163* and $979*. The average price is typically $572*. The cheapest ferries from Malaga to Melilla start from $163*. The average price for a foot passenger is $163*. The average price for a car is $653*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Malaga to Melilla?

The distance between Malaga to Melilla is approximately 142 miles (229km) or 124 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Malaga Melilla ferry?

Yes, Balearia allow cars on board ferries between Malaga and Melilla. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Malaga and Melilla.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Malaga to Melilla?

Foot passengers can travel on the Malaga to Melilla ferry with Balearia.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

Pets can travel on ferries from Malaga to Melilla with Balearia. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Malaga - Melilla Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountrySpain
Destination CountrySpain
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBalearia
Average Price$572
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings7
Average Sailing Duration6 h
Fastest Sailing Duration6 h
First Ferry08:30
Last Ferry23:59
Distance124 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Malaga to Melilla Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

    The ferry crossing time from Malaga to Melilla is approximately 6 hours. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

    Malaga to Melilla ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Malaga to Melilla is $572. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Malaga to Melilla?

    Balearia provide the ferries from Malaga to Melilla.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Malaga to Melilla?

    Book ferries from Malaga to Melilla through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Malaga to Melilla with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Malaga to Melilla with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Malaga to Melilla?

    The distance from Malaga to Melilla is 124 nautical miles.

Malaga Guide

The Spanish city of Malaga is located in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, and is on the Costa del Sol (the Coast of the Sun). The city lies on the Mediterranean Sea coast and is around 100 km to the east of the Strait of Gibralta and around 130 km from the coast of north Africa Many tourists are drawn to the city, and its surrounding area, because of its subtropical climate which is characterised by hot and sunny summers and mild winters. The famous Spanish artist Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga, and so was the Hebrew poet and Jewish philosopher Solomon Ibn Gabriol and actor Antonio Banderas. The city is home to a number of monuments including the Alcazeba Arab citadel and is also home to the religious processions which form part of Malaga's Easter Week of celebrations, which have been declared a Festival of Tourist Interest.

Other historic monuments in the city include the Baroque Cathedral which is commonly known as La Manquita (One Armed Woman) and the recently restored Roman Theatre. Located high on a hill above the city is the parador which is located in the Gibralfaro Castle. It is a great place to stay or simply to have a leisurely lunch, with its fantastic views over Malaga and out across the port to see.

Malaga Ferry Port is situated adjacent to the old city of Malaga. Ferry services from the port operate to Melilla.


Melilla Guide

The Spanish administered city of Melilla is located on the north west coast of Africa, and shares a border with Morocco and is separated from the Spanish province of Grenada and Almeria by the Alboran Sea. Also located close to the city is the Moroccan settlement of Beni Ansar, which is to the south, and is the nearest Moroccan city is Nador. Like the city of Ceuta, Melilla used to be a free port before Spain joined the European Union and in 2011 the population stood at just under 80,000 which is made up of Spaniards, ethnic Riffian Berbers and a small number of ethnic Spanish Jews. The two most spoken languages in the city are Spanish and Riffian-Berber although the only official language is Spanish.

From Melilla's port there are several daily connections to Almeria and Malaga in Spain. Many people travelling between Europe and Morocco use the ferry links to Melilla, both for passengers and for freight.

Malaga to Melilla Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-24 and 2025-03-30


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Balearia 15:00 21:00 6 hours Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Balearia 17:00 23:00 6 hours Mon
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