Cheap flights to Melilla
The main air hub connecting the city to the mainland is Melilla Airport, located just 2 km from the center. You can reach Melilla via direct flights from 8 different cities, with the most frequent traffic recorded from Malaga (121 flights per week) and Madrid (64 flights). Regular flight connections are also established with Spanish cities such as Almeria (25 flights) and Granada (22 flights per week), making for a fairly extensive route network for a small airport.
Three airlines operate flights on these routes, with Iberia being the undisputed leader, handling the majority of flights. Carriers Vueling and Qatar Airways also operate on these routes, offering passengers additional connection options. Below on this page, you will find detailed cards for all departure cities with a convenient ticket search form to help you plan your trip to Melilla as efficiently as possible.

Almería — Melilla


Madrid — Melilla

Malaga — Melilla


Barcelona — Melilla
Flight insights to Melilla
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Melilla — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Melilla come from Malaga, Madrid and Almería. Malaga leads with around 121 flights a week.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Melilla range from Almería at $66 to Madrid at $122 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Melilla from right now are Almería from $66, Granada from $73 and Seville from $110.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Melilla is from Valverde at about 2h 36m, followed by San Sebastian de la Gomera (2h 30m) and Las Palmas (2h 20m).
- Valverde2h 36m
- San Sebastian de la Gomera2h 30m
- Las Palmas2h 20m
- Barcelona1h 32m
- Lleida1h 29m
Popular departure cities to Melilla
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Melilla?
- Direct flights to the city are available from 8 different departure points. Most routes connect Melilla with key transport hubs in mainland Spain.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Melilla?
- The most popular destinations are Malaga, with 121 flights per week, and Madrid, with a frequency of 64 flights weekly. A significant number of passengers also arrive from Almeria (25 flights) and Granada (22 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Melilla?
- Three airlines operate regular flights to this destination. Iberia is the main carrier, while Vueling and Qatar Airways are also present in the market.
- Which airports receive flights in Melilla?
- Flights arrive at Melilla Airport (MLN). This is the city's only civilian airport, located just 2 km from the center, which allows for a quick trip to your destination after landing.
- How to find cheap tickets to Melilla?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to check flights from Malaga, as this route has the highest competition and flight frequency. It is also worth booking tickets in advance and considering travel on weekdays.