The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€70
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€94
Fastest journey on Sep 20
20 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
21 h 11 m
Buses on Sep 20
8
Distance
1049 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 8 buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 1049 km distance in an average of 21 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 21 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
21259:30 AM21h35Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T17:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€701One-way0 transfers
21259:45 AM21h20Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2)7:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€701One-way0 transfers
21259:45 AM21h40Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2)7:25 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:45 PM26h55Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T13:40 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€951One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus11:45 AM20h45Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T18:30 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€1061One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 AM20h35Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T28:30 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€1061One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:45 AM20h45Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T18:30 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€1061One-way1 transfer
21259:45 AM21h20Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2)7:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€701One-way0 transfers
21259:30 AM21h35Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T17:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€701One-way0 transfers
21259:45 AM21h40Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2)7:25 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and bus for Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €111, while a flight costs an average of €349.
Distance: 651 miles (1049 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€111 Average price Cheapest | €349 Average price | €129 Average price | €101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 16m Average total duration 21h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 21m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average €129.
A bus is €237 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average €349.
Other travel options to Catania Fontanarossa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 51m.
Bus takes on average 21h 46m.
Tickets start at around €111 compared to roughly €101 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-10.16. The journey takes 21h 46m versus 13h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €80 |
Live departures
Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 23h40 | 10:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 23h35 | 10:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
2125 | 9:30 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 21h35 | 7:05 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 9:45 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2) | 21h40 | 7:25 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 9:45 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2) | 21h20 | 7:05 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 20h45 | 8:30 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 20h35 | 8:30 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 26h55 | 3:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport by flight or bus
Compare flight and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Sep 26
Sep 27
Sep 28
Sep 29
Sep 30
Oct 01
Oct 02
Oct 03
Oct 04
Oct 05
Oct 06
Oct 07
Oct 08
Oct 09
Why should you book Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are flight and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and bus to find the ideal travel option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 10:45. The fastest bus covers the 651 miles (1049 km) distance in 19h 20m.
Distance 651 miles (1049 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 20m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 10:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa AirportYou can travel by bus between Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Itabus
FAQs: Bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania Fontanarossa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Most popular bus connections from Milan Malpensa Airport
More options for your journey from Milan Malpensa Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


