Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice.
Leave plenty of time to make your NCE to CTA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Catania — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is easyJet.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between NCE and CTA include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Currently, R 945 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,050. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from NCE to CTA by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from NCE to CTA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
74.5% of flights taking off from Cote D'Azur Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Cote D'Azur Airport from central Nice, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near NCE? If you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you're getting in on a late Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near CTA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save to explore Catania and beyond.
Booking your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to the centre of Catania has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Catania in January.
Before locking in your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Catania, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NCE to CTA sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Catania, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel around 386 kilometres north to Naples to tick off its popular sights. From National Archaeological Museum to Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Palermo is another standout destination in Italy and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. No journey is complete without experiencing Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.