Travelling from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA). Explore the options for leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), two of the city's main airports.
Approximately 1 hour 18 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located in Catania.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is the most popular route. There are 205 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Ryanair at 23:35. Choose the first FCO to CTA departure with Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Rome to CTA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can find a direct flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Well-known carriers that have direct flights from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport leaving from FCO include:
FCO is roughly 32 kilometres from central Rome. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)? Browse the fares jetting out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The most popular airlines that offer direct flights from Rome to CTA jetting off from CIA include:
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour and 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 42 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to CTA:
About Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you have a late flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CTA:
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Catania. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is 17 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 34 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Rome to CTA.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Catania in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Rome to CTA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Catania
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Catania right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Piazza del Duomo, Cattedrale di Sant'Agata and Castello Ursino are must-do's during your Catania adventure.
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