Travelling from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Take a direct Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Brussels and Catania (where Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services every week. You can get from BRU to CTA on TUI fly's 6:05am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Brussels to CTA.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) out of Brussels Airport (BRU).
When leaving from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport with Brussels Airlines.
Brussels Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BRU to CTA.
BRU is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Catching a flight out of Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)? Direct Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) flight tickets can be booked from here.
Take a direct flight from Brussels to CTA with Ryanair. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of CRL.
Ryanair ranks number one in bookings on the CRL to CTA route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, with 68.75% of its services arriving as scheduled.
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Brussels to CTA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
71.71% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Book a hotel near CTA if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
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For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Catania. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Right now, $65 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $129. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Brussels to CTA, book your ticket seven months ahead of your planned departure.
December is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Catania based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Brussels to CTA flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Catania
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Catania right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport:
Your trip to Catania should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Piazza del Duomo, Roman Amphitheatre and Duomo di Catania.
Explore more of Italy
Palermo is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Catania. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cathedral of Palermo, Golfo di Mondello and Spiaggia di Mondello.
Catanzaro is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Catania. No trip is complete without visiting Cattedrale Di Santa Maria Assunta, Teatro Politeama and Church of the Sacred Heart.