Travelling from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Bologna and Catania are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 31 Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:15 with Ryanair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your BLQ to CTA flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Catania (and maybe even some other great parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With a reliable 87.21% of services arriving on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating BLQ to CTA flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLQ and CTA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Cagliari Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
R 318 is the best price for a one-way Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. Return flights start at R 655. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BLQ to CTA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BLQ to CTA.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
81% of flights leaving Bologna International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from BLQ.
To reach Bologna International Airport from central Bologna, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BLQ:
Arriving at Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Reserve a hotel near CTA if you're taking a late Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Catania Fontanarossa Airport rental car and explore Catania and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Catania Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Catania. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Catania. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Bologna International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Catania, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BLQ to CTA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Catania has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. Around 386 kilometres north of Catania, a visit to Naples will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.
Palermo is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. No journey is complete without experiencing Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo.
