Flying from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
London has multiple airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Catania is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located in Catania.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), with 12 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to CTA is the 05:30 Wizz Air UK service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 18:25 with Ryanair.
Your flight from London to CTA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from London to CTA leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)? Check out the fares jetting out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
When leaving from LGW, you can pick from a range of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Cruise through the skies on a direct flight from London to CTA with any of these:
Break up your flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and CTA include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to CTA, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
From Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, Catania is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is $48. The cheapest price for a return flight is $112. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get flight tickets from London to CTA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding flight tickets from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for a cheap ticket from London to CTA every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Catania. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from London to CTA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Catania
After locking in your flight from London to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Catania:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Piazza del Duomo, Cattedrale di Sant'Agata and Castello Ursino are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Catania itinerary.
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