Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bologna.
Each week, there are 46 Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, go for the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:55 with Wizz Air Malta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your BLQ to CTA flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Ryanair has direct flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Catania — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Ryanair ranks as the leading on-time carrier for BLQ to CTA flights, with 82.98% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLQ and CTA:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Cagliari Elmas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Currently, $26 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $53. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BLQ to CTA, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BLQ to CTA.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
74.23% of flights that leave from Guglielmo Marconi Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Bologna to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BLQ? If you've booked an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Consider booking a hotel near CTA if you're on a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save to explore Catania and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Catania. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Catania based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Catania during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to CTA around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Catania is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north of Catania, a visit to Naples will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Italy, consider Palermo, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo are key highlights.