- Must visit
Museo Civico Castello Ursino
Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with medieval art, paintings, archaeology, and collections that trace Catania’s history from antiquity onward.
Cheapest price
€119
Average price
€258
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Flights per day
28
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Ancona to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Catania will cost around €258 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
It's difficult to get from Ancona to Catania without transferring at least 3 times.
Regionale Veloce 4151+
UrbV Urb+
Regionale 83054+
XZ2815
Intercity 533+
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 83070+
XZ2815
Regionale Veloce 4155+
UrbV Urb+
Regionale 83106+
XZ2817
Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 4500 · Regionale 83076+
XZ2817
Intercity 533+
Leonardo express 4682+
XZ2815
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9643+
Leonardo express 4666+
XZ2817
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9643+
Leonardo express 4666+
AZ1735
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639+
Leonardo express 4658+
AZ1719
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9637+
AZ1729+
Leonardo express 4654
Regionale Veloce 4155+
UrbV Urb+
Regionale 83106+
XZ2817Flights from Ancona to Catania depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 03:33, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 429 miles (691 km) distance in 1h 25m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 429 miles (691 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 3:33 AM |
Last flight 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Catania flights for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 4151+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale 83054+ AZ1745 | 3:33 AM Ancona station | 11h07 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4151+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale 83054+ XZ2815 | 3:33 AM Ancona station | 13h47 | 5:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4151+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale 83054+ AZ1733 | 3:33 AM Ancona station | 13h27 | 5:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 533+ Leonardo express 4682+ XZ2815 | 5:50 AM Ancona station | 11h30 | 5:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 533+ Leonardo express 4682+ AZ1753 | 5:50 AM Ancona station | 14h55 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 533+ Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 83070+ XZ2815 | 5:50 AM Ancona station | 11h30 | 5:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802 · FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ XZ2815+ Leonardo express 4610 | 6:15 AM Ancona station | 11h05 | 5:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802 · FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ AZ1753+ Leonardo express 4610 | 6:15 AM Ancona station | 14h30 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802 · FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ AZ1729+ Leonardo express 4610 | 6:15 AM Ancona station | 15h15 | 9:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 4500 · Regionale 83076+ AZ1719 | 9:05 AM Ancona station | 13h25 | 10:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 4500 · Regionale 83076+ XZ2817 | 9:05 AM Ancona station | 13h55 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 4500 · Regionale 83076+ AZ1729 | 9:05 AM Ancona station | 12h25 | 9:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Leonardo express 4630+ AZ1719 | 9:25 AM Ancona station | 13h05 | 10:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Leonardo express 4630+ XZ2817 | 9:25 AM Ancona station | 13h35 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ AZ1729+ Leonardo express 4630 | 9:25 AM Ancona station | 12h05 | 9:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ Leonardo express 4636+ AZ1719 | 10:28 AM Ancona station | 12h02 | 10:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ AZ1729+ Leonardo express 4636 | 10:28 AM Ancona station | 11h02 | 9:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ Leonardo express 4636+ XZ2817 | 10:28 AM Ancona station | 12h32 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9637+ Leonardo express 4654+ XZ2817 | 12:25 PM Ancona station | 10h35 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9637+ AZ1719+ Leonardo express 4654 | 12:25 PM Ancona station | 10h05 | 10:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9637+ AZ1729+ Leonardo express 4654 | 12:25 PM Ancona station | 9h05 | 9:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Leonardo express 4658+ XZ2817 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 9h34 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ AZ1735+ Leonardo express 4658 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 9h54 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ AZ1719+ Leonardo express 4658 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 9h04 | 10:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4155+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale 83106+ AZ1735 | 1:50 PM Ancona station | 9h30 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4155+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale 83106+ XZ2817 | 1:50 PM Ancona station | 9h10 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9643+ Leonardo express 4666+ AZ1735 | 2:25 PM Ancona station | 8h55 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9643+ Leonardo express 4666+ XZ2817 | 2:25 PM Ancona station | 8h35 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3 transfers | |
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Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with medieval art, paintings, archaeology, and collections that trace Catania’s history from antiquity onward.
Museum in Bellini’s birthplace with manuscripts, portraits, period furnishings, and exhibits dedicated to the celebrated Catanian composer’s life.
University museum combining displays on Etna, volcanology, zoology, and science, ideal for understanding the natural setting around Catania.
Catania’s main square and Baroque showpiece, framed by the cathedral, Elephant Fountain, and historic palaces, making it the city’s essential starting point.
Elegant Baroque street lined with churches and palaces, often considered one of Sicily’s most beautiful urban ensembles for a short historic walk.
Lively historic fish market area behind Piazza Duomo, famous for its sensory atmosphere, street life, and authentic glimpse of everyday Catania.
Crisp fried rice ball filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street food staple, especially iconic in Catania bakeries and bars.
Pasta alla Norma combines pasta with fried eggplant, tomato sauce, salted ricotta and basil. It is Catania’s signature dish, named after Bellini’s opera.
Fresh horse meat, often grilled as polpette or steaks. It is a long-standing Catania specialty, especially around the city’s traditional meat stalls.
Historic pastry and café stop famous for granita, cannoli and Sicilian breakfast. A classic casual venue with strong local identity.
Refined Sicilian dining in central Catania, serving seasonal local ingredients and polished regional recipes in an elegant setting.
Historic seafood restaurant by the fish market, known for ultra-fresh catch and classic Catania dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Milan, while tourist areas and summer rates raise hotel and restaurant prices. Local buses stay low-cost.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if served at table.
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Catania Fontanarossa Airport, Catania -> Catania Centrale, Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Catania by flight. 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 flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ancona to Catania flights use the Ancona Marche Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Catania airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Ancona Marche Airport is 3 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona Marche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona Marche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona Marche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 4 km from Catania city centre. Public transport options include:
Catania Fontanarossa Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Catania Fontanarossa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania Fontanarossa Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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