Melilla - Malaga
Ferry to Spain
Melilla - Malaga
Ferry to Spain
Fares for the Melilla to Malaga crossing usually range somewhere between $27* and $1271*. Most travellers pay around $685* for a Melilla Malaga ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $27*. Foot passengers can expect to pay roughly $245* on average. Bringing a car along typically brings the average fare up to $783*.
Fares vary according to passenger count, vehicle type, the route itself and what time you sail. Figures come from fares searched in the previous 30 days, don't include service fees, and were last checked September 26.
There's a quick way to stack up ferry fares and operators from around the world side by side, so you can pick the crossing that best suits you. Getting in early tends to open up the widest choice of prices and sailing times.
Direct Ferries has discounts running throughout the year. Where a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied the moment you pick the matching age bracket in the passenger section of your search.
If you're a student or recent graduate, a 5% discount is up for grabs. Head to our partner Student Beans to confirm your status and you'll receive a code to enter at checkout.
A handful of Spanish and Italian ferry routes also offer a resident discount — choose the "Residents" option if it appears during your search and the lower fare is applied straight away. You'll usually need to show proof of address, like a residency card or certificate, when you check in.
Sailings on the Melilla Malaga route generally kick off from Melilla at around 01:00, and the last departure of the day is usually around 23:59.
With a longer crossing time, a trip between Melilla and Malaga is better suited to a weekend away or an extended stay, so you get proper value out of the journey.
Yes, Balearia carries vehicles on the Melilla to Malaga route. Check our Deal Finder for up-to-date car ferry pricing on this crossing.
Whether a caravan or campervan is welcome on board the Melilla to Malaga ferry comes down to the ship and operator running the sailing. Pop your travel details into our Deal Finder, and we'll check the operators on this route for you.
Yes, Balearia takes bicycles on the Melilla to Malaga crossing. Most operators are happy to carry bikes, but it's always worth confirming their exact policy before you turn up at the terminal.
Yes, Balearia carries foot passengers between Melilla and Malaga.
Pet owners are in luck — Balearia allows pets on board between Melilla and Malaga. Travelling with a pet on this crossing costs an average of $585.
Fares reflect searches from the last 30 days, exclude service fees, and were last checked September 26.
Before you bring a pet on board, it helps to have the following sorted:
It depends on which operator you're sailing with — some ferries keep pets in your vehicle for the whole trip, while others have dedicated pet areas, kennels, or even pet-friendly cabins. Our Deal Finder lays out the options so you can pick the crossing that works for your pet.
There's a bit to know before travelling with a guide or assistance dog. Let our customer service team know in advance, or mention it to the ferry operator when you book, so everything's arranged ahead of time.
Carry any certification or documentation your dog needs, since you could be asked to show it at boarding or partway through the crossing.
Rules for guide dogs and assistance dogs can differ from general pet policy, even on sailings where pets aren't otherwise allowed. Reach out to our customer service team to check what applies to your sailing, or visit our Special Assistance Help page for more detail.
Whether the Melilla to Malaga route has an overnight sailing depends on a mix of factors. Search with your travel dates, and we'll show you whether an overnight option exists, plus current timetables, crossing times and daytime alternatives.
Note that overnight sailings can occasionally take a bit longer than daytime crossings.
What you'll need to travel varies by route, so it pays to check ahead of your sailing. A valid passport is typically required for the Melilla to Malaga crossing, along with any visa or national ID required for your nationality. As rules depend on both where you're from and where you're headed, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is worth a read to avoid any hold-ups at check-in.
Booking couldn't be simpler — select your departure port, arrival port and travel date to see everything on offer. From there, you can weigh up alternative routes and departure times to land on the best fit.
Look for early-booking deals and flexible fare types, like upgrades or flexi-tickets, which give you room to change plans later. Double-check details such as passenger numbers and vehicle specs as you go, to keep the booking process painless.
You'll get a confirmation email the moment your booking goes through. From there, how your boarding pass turns up depends on the operator.
Some operators send the boarding pass straight away, while others want you to check in at the port. Where it's on offer, online check-in through the Direct Ferries app can save you time at the terminal.
Ticket desks tend to sit right by the ferry terminal. Building in some extra time before you sail means you won't be rushed collecting tickets and getting checked in.
Have your confirmation email and valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — ready at check-in. If a pet's travelling with you, bring their vaccination and insurance papers, and hold onto proof of address if you booked with a resident discount.
A gap in sailings from Melilla to Malaga on your chosen date usually comes down to something like a timetable adjustment, limited space, or a seasonal dip in service. Try a different date, or browse other options with our Route & Port finder.
Generally speaking, booking your Melilla to Malaga ferry sooner rather than later pays off — earlier bookings usually mean lower fares and more choice of departure times and cabins.
A few weeks' lead time is usually enough to catch a good deal, though fares can still move around depending on the season and what's left available.
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| Melilla - Malaga Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $245 | |
| Average Price with Car | $783 | |
| Average Price with Motorbike | $278 | |
| Average Campervan Price | $410 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $445 | |
| Melilla - Malaga Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Spain |
| Destination | Spain |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Balearia |
| Average Price | $685 |
| Average Pet Price | $585 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 6 |
| 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 September 2026.
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.
