Flying from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Catania (the location of Catania-Fontanarossa Airport).
With seven departures a week between the two airports, Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Hop on Lufthansa's 09:20 flight to get your trip from CTA to FRA underway.
Allow plenty of time to make your CTA to Frankfurt flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Begin your journey at CTA and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from CTA to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
CTA is about 5 kilometres from central Catania. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CTA:
68.69% of flights that depart Catania-Fontanarossa Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Frankfurt
R 283 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 566. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from CTA to Frankfurt by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CTA to Frankfurt can help you get the lowest rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CTA to Frankfurt flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Visit Frankfurt in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CTA to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Frankfurt must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.
