Travelling from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Rome: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome.
Rome and Catania (where Catania Fontanarossa Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route, with 101 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from CTA to FCO is with Ryanair at 23:30. Choose the first departure with ITA Airways at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your CTA to Rome flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at CTA and travel nonstop to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That will be your arrival point when searching for Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome tickets.
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome include:
Located around 5 kilometres from central Catania, CTA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CTA:
Of the flights that depart from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Rome
R 290 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome flight. Return plane tickets start at R 580. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CTA to Rome if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CTA to Rome can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CTA to Rome flight:
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Best time to go to Rome
December is the quietest month for flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Rome based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CTA to Rome in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome, explore our selection of hotels including:
St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Rome travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Peter's Square.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are the start of reasons to visit.