Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Geneva and Catania follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Choose from seven weekly Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest available. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 18:25.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your GVA to CTA flight.
During popular months such as March, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
SWISS has direct flights from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Catania — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
SWISS is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between GVA and CTA:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
Cagliari Elmas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight is $62. A round-trip ticket right now is $116. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from GVA to CTA by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Geneve Airport (GVA)
Of the flights that depart from Geneve Airport, 65.81% land on time at their destination.
Geneve Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Geneva. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near GVA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Grab a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car and discover Catania and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Catania. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Catania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Geneve Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from GVA to CTA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Catania has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north of Catania, a visit to Naples will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Palermo is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. No journey is complete without a visit to Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.