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Ferry from Malaga to Melilla

Depending on the season their are about 6 weekly sailings between Malaga and Melilla. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Malaga to Melilla, Balearia & Naviera Armas.Malaga Melilla ferries take around 6 hours 9 minutes. The ferry costs between $112 and $643, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Malaga to Melilla.

What's the ferry schedule from Malaga to Melilla?

The earliest Malaga Melilla ferry typically departs Malaga at about 14:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 17:30.

How long is the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

Ferries from Malaga to Melilla sail in around 6 hours 9 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 6 hours. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Malaga Melilla Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 6 weekly sailings from Malaga to Melilla provided by Balearia & Naviera Armas. Timetables can change from season to season.

Balearia provide 6 sailings weekly.Naviera Armas provide 2 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Malaga to Melilla?

The price of a ferry from Malaga to Melilla typically range between $112* and $643*. On average the Malaga Melilla ferry is $299*. The cheapest Malaga Melilla ferry prices start from $112*. The average price for a foot passenger is $165*. The average price for a car is $335*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

What is the distance from Malaga to Melilla?

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

Can I travel on the ferry from Malaga to Melilla with a car?

Yes, Malaga Melilla ferries allow cars onboard with Balearia & Naviera Armas between Malaga and Melilla. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Malaga and Melilla use our Deal Finder.

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

Balearia & Naviera Armas allow foot passengers on Malaga Melilla ferries.

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

Balearia allow pets on ferries from Malaga to Melilla. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Malaga - Melilla Route summary
Departure Country Spain
Destination Country Spain
No. of Operators 2
Operators Balearia & Naviera Armas
Average Price A$345*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 8
Average Sailing Duration 6h 52m
Fastest Sailing Duration 6h 0m
First Ferry 08:00
Last Ferry 17:30
Distance 123 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Malaga to Melilla is approximately 6h 30m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

The average price of a ferry from Malaga to Melilla is approximately 398 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Malaga to Melilla?

Malaga to Melilla is operated by 2 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are
  • Balearia
  • Naviera Armas

How can I book ferry tickets from Malaga to Melilla?

Ferries from Malaga to Melilla are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

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

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Malaga to Melilla with
  • Balearia
  • Naviera Armas

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

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Malaga to Melilla with
  • Balearia
  • Naviera Armas

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

Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Malaga to Melilla. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry
  • Balearia

How far is Melilla from Malaga?

The distance between Malaga to Melilla is approximately 123 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 20/1/2025 and 26/1/2025


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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