Flying from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Around 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Valletta and Catania are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 20 Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, select the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:25 with Ryanair.
Leave enough time to make your MLA to CTA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Catania (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
With an impressive 84.62% of services landing on schedule, KM Malta Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MLA to CTA flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MLA and CTA include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight is R 320. A round-trip fare is currently R 622. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from MLA to CTA, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MLA to CTA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Of all flights departing from Luqa Malta International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Valletta to Luqa Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MLA:
Arriving at Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Catania Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save to explore Catania and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Catania Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Catania in March.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA to CTA in February. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Catania, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel around 386 kilometres north to Naples to check off its leading sights. From Piazza del Plebiscito to Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Palermo is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. No trip is complete without experiencing Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo.