The cheapest and fastest ferries from Málaga to Nador
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h
Ferries on Sep 18
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Málaga to Nador is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Nador will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 ferries from Málaga to Nador, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 218 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 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.
RUSADIR3:00 PM6h00Port of Málaga9:00 PMPort of Melilla€531One-way0 transfers
RUSADIR3:00 PM6h00Port of Málaga9:00 PMPort of Melilla€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Málaga to Nador
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Nador among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €91 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €91, while a flight costs an average of €248.
Distance: 117 nautical miles (218 km)
Compare ferry with
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price Cheapest | €248 Average price | €3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Nador:
A ferry is €158 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Nador costing on average €248.
Other travel options to Nador take longer:
Ferry takes on average 6h 19m.
Málaga to Nador Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h31 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Málaga to Nador ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Nador ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RUSADIR | 3:00 PM Port of Málaga | 6h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Melilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Málaga to Nador by flight or ferry
Compare flight and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Málaga to Nador ferries with Omio?
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 Nador.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Balearia with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Málaga to Nador.
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 Nador.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Málaga to Nador
Ferries from Málaga to Nador run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 117 nautical miles (218 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Málaga to Nador are available to foot passengers.


Distance 117 nautical miles (218 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Ferry operators: Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. from Málaga to NadorYou can travel by ferry between Málaga to Nador with Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. for as low as €43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Balearia
Naviera Armas S.A.
FAQs: Ferry from Málaga to Nador
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Nador 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 Nador, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Málaga to Nador
Most Málaga to Nador ferries use the Port of Málaga to Port of Melilla port pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Nador ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Málaga port do ferries to Nador 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 Nador port do ferries from Málaga arrive at?
Getting to Nador from Nador city centre
Nador is 2 km from Nador city centre. Public transport options include:
Nador port facilities and services
Nador has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Al Bahar (0.3km), Restaurant La Corniche (0.5km), Restaurant La Mer (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nador.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nador: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nador.

