- Must visit
Kasbah Museum
Major museum in the former sultan’s palace, presenting archaeology, art, and history. Essential for understanding Tangier and northern Morocco.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
$43
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$49
Fastest journey on Oct 13
30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
30 m
Ferries on Oct 13
22
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Málaga to Tangier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Tangier will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 22 ferries from Málaga to Tangier, including 22 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 30 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest ferries will take 30 m 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.
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KATTEGATFerries from Málaga to Tangier run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by flight.
There are 44 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 88 nautical miles (163 km) distance in 30m. There are 245 sailings per week. Ferries from Málaga to Tangier are available to foot passengers.




Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Ferries per day 44 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 245 |
Fastest ferry 30m |
First ferry 12:01 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 02:59PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h31 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 0h31 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 1h29 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Tangier ferries for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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CIUDAD DE MAHÓN | 10:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h29 | 11:59 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 11:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0h59 | 11:59 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 11:59 PM Port of Algeciras | 0h31 | 11:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
TANGER EXPRESS | 3:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 2:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 6:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 5:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 7:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 8:00 AM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 7:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 8:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE MAHÓN | 8:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 1h30 | 9:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 9:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 8:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 10:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 11:00 AM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 10:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 11:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 12:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 11:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 1:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 2:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 1:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 2:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE MAHÓN | 2:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 3:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 2:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 4:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 5:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 5:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 6:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 6:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 5:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE MAHÓN | 6:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h30 | 8:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 8:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 8:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 1h00 | 9:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 9:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0h30 | 8:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Tangier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tangier trip today.
Major museum in the former sultan’s palace, presenting archaeology, art, and history. Essential for understanding Tangier and northern Morocco.
Small museum focused on American-Moroccan relations in a historic medina building. Its diplomacy story makes it unique in Africa.
Contemporary art museum in a former British consulate. A strong stop for modern Moroccan art in an important diplomatic building.
Tangier’s iconic old quarter of narrow lanes, markets, and stairways. The city’s most atmospheric walking area and a cultural must-see.
Large square linking the new city and medina. A lively, practical landmark and classic starting point for exploring central Tangier.
Historic kasbah quarter with whitewashed lanes, viewpoints, and restored homes. Ideal for slower walks beyond the busiest medina streets.
A slow-cooked tagine of fish, potatoes, peppers, and preserved lemon. A Tangier staple that reflects the city’s Atlantic and Mediterranean seafood culture.
Steamed couscous topped with vegetables and often lamb or chicken. It is a classic Friday family meal across northern Morocco, including Tangier.
A rich soup of tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and warming spices. Common in Tangier homes and cafés, especially during Ramadan and cooler weather.
Popular seaside seafood spot praised for fresh fish, grilled dishes, and relaxed coastal dining with local character.
Historic café with sea views, famous for mint tea, coffee, and a classic Tangier literary atmosphere above the old medina.
Elegant restaurant in the Kasbah known for refined Moroccan cooking, seafood, and panoramic terrace views over the Strait.
Tangier is budget-friendly versus many Mediterranean cities. Riads, casual meals, and local taxis are affordable, while upscale hotels and tourist restaurants cost more.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave a few dirhams. Taxis: round up the fare or add about 5 MAD for helpful service.
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