Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome.
Flights from FCO to CTA start at 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:35 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of 205 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your FCO to CTA flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Catania (and then other corners of Italy) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
ITA Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating FCO to CTA flights, with 76.03% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FCO and CTA include:
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
Cagliari Elmas Airport
Malta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight is Rs5,423. A return fare right now is Rs10,846. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from FCO to CTA, book your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FCO to CTA.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 70.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near FCO. Whether you have an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you're landing on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CTA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save to explore Catania and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Catania. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Catania in January.
When reserving your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Catania, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 36ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to CTA in February. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Catania. Around 386 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania, Palermo is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.