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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Málaga to Melilla
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Málaga to Melilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Melilla will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Málaga for Melilla every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 26 Jul the direct ferries cover the 207 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest ferries will take 6 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RUSADIR17:006h00Port of Málaga23:00Port of Melilla£871One-way0 changes
- RUSADIR17:006h00Port of Málaga23:00Port of Melilla£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Málaga to Melilla
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Melilla among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 111 nautical miles (207 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £200 Average Price |
7h 29m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Málaga to Melilla Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 6h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Málaga to Melilla ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Melilla ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 26 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUSADIR | 17:00 Port of Málaga | 6h00 | 23:00 Port of Melilla | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Balearia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Balearia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Naviera Armas S.A. to find the best option for your trip from Málaga to Melilla.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Málaga to Melilla.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Málaga to Melilla
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Ferries from Málaga to Melilla run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 111 nautical miles (207 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Málaga to Melilla are available to foot passengers.
Distance 111 nautical miles (207 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. from Málaga to MelillaYou can travel by ferry between Málaga to Melilla with Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Málaga to Melilla ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Melilla by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melilla, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Málaga and Melilla
Most Málaga to Melilla ferries use the Port of Málaga to Port of Melilla port pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Melilla ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Málaga port do ferries to Melilla leave from?
Getting to Port of Málaga from Málaga city centre
Port of Málaga is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Málaga port facilities and services
Port of Málaga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante El Palmeral (0.3km), La Deriva (0.6km), Restaurante Toro Muelle Uno (0.8km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Málaga.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Málaga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Málaga.
Which Melilla port do ferries from Málaga arrive at?
Getting to Port of Melilla from Melilla city centre
Port of Melilla is 1 km from Melilla city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Melilla port facilities and services
Port of Melilla has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miguel Benítez (0.3km), Restaurante El Caracol Moderno (0.7km), Restaurante La Traviata (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Melilla.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Melilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Melilla.
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