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Museo Picasso Málaga
A major collection tracing Picasso’s career in a historic palace, essential for understanding the artist born in Málaga.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$33
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$47
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h
Ferries on Sep 17
41
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tangier to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tangier to Málaga will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 41 ferries from Tangier to Málaga, including 41 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest ferries will take 1 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.
VOLCAN DE TAMASITE
VOLCAN DE TAMASITE
VOLCAN DE TAMASITE
KATTEGAT
KATTEGAT
CEUTA JET
VILLA DE AGAETE
CEUTA JET
VILLA DE AGAETE
VILLA DE AGAETEOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Tangier to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $282.
Distance: 88 nautical miles (163 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $282 Average price |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tangier to Málaga:
A ferry is $238 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tangier to Málaga costing on average $282.
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 6m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator FRS Iberia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Tangier to Málaga ferries for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VILLA DE AGAETE | 9:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 10:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
PASSIÓ PER FORMENTERA | 10:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 1h30 | 12:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 10:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h00 | 12:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE MALAGA | 10:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 1:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TENO | 11:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 12:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 11:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 12:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 1:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
POETA LÓPEZ ANGLADA | 12:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 3:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VILLA DE AGAETE | 1:45 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 2:45 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TENO | 2:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 3:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 2:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 2:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h00 | 4:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 3:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 4:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
PASSIÓ PER FORMENTERA | 4:00 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h15 | 5:15 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
NÁPOLES | 3:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 6:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 4:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h00 | 6:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TENO | 5:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 6:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 5:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 6:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 7:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 6:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h00 | 8:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE MALAGA | 6:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VILLA DE AGAETE | 7:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 8:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
PASSIÓ PER FORMENTERA | 8:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h15 | 9:45 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 8:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 10:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 8:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h00 | 10:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
POETA LÓPEZ ANGLADA | 8:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 11:00 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 9:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 10:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TENO | 10:15 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h15 | 11:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VILLA DE AGAETE | 10:30 PM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 11:30 PM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 11:00 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 1:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
NÁPOLES | 11:30 PM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 2:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
KATTEGAT | 2:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 4:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE MALAGA | 2:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 5:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TAMASITE | 3:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 5:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
TANGER EXPRESS | 5:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
PASSIÓ PER FORMENTERA | 6:00 AM Port of Ceuta | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
NÁPOLES | 7:30 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 10:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TENO | 8:30 AM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 9:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
KATTEGAT | 8:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h30 | 10:30 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 8:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 1h00 | 10:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
CEUTA JET | 9:00 AM Port of Ceuta | 1h00 | 10:00 AM Port of Algeciras | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Tangier to Málaga run on average 47 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $22 by flight.
There are 47 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 226 sailings per week. Ferries from Tangier to Málaga are available to foot passengers.




Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Ferries per day 47 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 226 |
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 Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Málaga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Málaga trip today.
A major collection tracing Picasso’s career in a historic palace, essential for understanding the artist born in Málaga.
Dedicated to Carmen Thyssen’s collection, this museum excels in 19th-century Spanish and Andalusian painting in a restored palace.
Set in Picasso’s birthplace, this museum explores his early years, family context, and personal legacy in Málaga.
Málaga’s main pedestrian shopping street links the old center with the port and is lively day and evening.
A redeveloped waterfront promenade with gardens, shade structures, and harbor views, ideal for an easy central walk.
A scenic hilltop viewpoint by Gibralfaro Parador, famous for postcard panoramas of the port, bullring, and cathedral.
A chilled tomato soup with olive oil, garlic and bread, often topped with ham and egg. A Málaga summer staple linked to Andalusian home cooking.
Cold almond and garlic soup thinned with water and olive oil, traditionally served with grapes. A classic Málaga dish with Moorish roots.
Tiny anchovies lightly fried in olive oil until crisp. One of Málaga’s signature seafood tapas, especially popular at beach bars and fish markets.
Michelin-starred fine dining serving refined Andalusian cuisine with technical precision. Elegant atmosphere and one of Málaga’s top gastronomic addresses.
Historic old-town tavern famed for classic Málaga tapas, fried fish and vermouth. Lively, traditional and one of the city’s most beloved institutions.
Classic seafood restaurant at Pedregalejo known for espetos, grilled fish and rice dishes. Casual beachfront setting with a long local reputation.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels rise in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly reasonable versus Madrid, Barcelona, or many major European beach cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is fine. In taxis, rounding up the fare is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tangier to Málaga 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 Málaga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tangier to Málaga ferries use the Port de Tanger Med to Port of Algeciras port pair. Use this guide to compare Tangier and Málaga ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port de Tanger Med is 5 km from Tangier city centre. Public transport options include:
Port de Tanger Med has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Mirage (0.7km), Restaurant La Corniche (0.9km), Restaurant La Piscine (1km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port de Tanger Med.
Available at Port de Tanger Med: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Port of Tangier Ville is 2 km from Tangier city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Tangier Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant El Tangerino (0.3km), Restaurant Le Saveur du Poisson (0.7km), Restaurant La Fabrique (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Tangier Ville.
Available at Port of Tangier Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Tangier Ville.
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