Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Catania is one hour behind Heraklion and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HER to CTA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Catania (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport offered by this popular airline.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between HER and CTA include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Right now, $49 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $82. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from HER to CTA.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HER to CTA.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Crete Heraklion Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Crete Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HER? If you're catching an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you have a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CTA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Catania Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and explore beyond Catania's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Catania Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania Fontanarossa Airport to central Catania has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Catania based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER to CTA in February. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Catania, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel about 386 kilometres north to Naples to tick off its must-visit sights. From Piazza del Plebiscito to Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania, Palermo is another essential stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo.


