- 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.
Flights from London to Catania depart on average 58 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 1219 miles (1962 km) distance in 3h 5m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1219 miles (1962 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Flights per day 58 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 3h 5m |
First flight 1:05 AM |
Last flight 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$143
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$610
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
4 h 27 m
Flights on Sep 17
49
Distance
1962 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Catania will cost around $610 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 49 flights from London to Catania, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct flights cover the 1962 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the longest flights will take 5 h 50 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.
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AZ217 · AZ1727
AZ217 · AZ1746
AZ217 · AZ1723
AZ217 · AZ2045 · AZ1745
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AZ207 · AZ1719
AZ221 · AZ1723
AZ247 · AZ1743Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $246 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.0 - 4.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $246, while a flight costs an average of $506.
Distance: 1219 miles (1962 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|
$506 Average price | $246 Average price Cheapest |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 43h 10m Average total duration 42h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.9 - 11.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Catania:
A bus is $260 (€211) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Catania costing on average $506 (€412).
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Bus takes on average 42h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Catania flights for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1010+ KL2567 | 2:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h05 | 9:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1010+ KL2569 | 2:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h15 | 9:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ207 · AZ1719 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h00 | 10:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ247 · AZ1743 | 4:30 PM London City Airport | 5h50 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ207 · AZ1735 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h50 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1012+ KL2567 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 15h40 | 9:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1014+ KL2567 | 7:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h35 | 9:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1014 · KL1603+ KL3445 | 7:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h25 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1014 · KL1601+ KL3422 | 7:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h10 | 1:25 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1014 · KL1601+ KL3445 | 7:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h25 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1014 · KL1601+ KL3430 | 7:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h20 | 2:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1014 · KL1603+ KL3430 | 7:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h20 | 2:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1181 · AF1104+ AF9873 | 7:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h55 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1181 · AF1204+ AF9873 | 7:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h55 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX339+ LX8398 | 8:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 11h10 | 8:15 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1016+ KL2567 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 11h55 | 9:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1016 · KL1601+ KL3422 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 15h30 | 1:25 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1016 · KL1603+ KL3430 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h40 | 2:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1016 · KL1601+ KL3430 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h40 | 2:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1016 · KL1601+ KL3445 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h45 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1016 · KL1613+ KL3472 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h20 | 3:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1016 · KL1603+ KL3445 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h45 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
AF1381 · AF1412+ AF9753 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 5:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1381 · AF1412+ AF9760 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h00 | 3:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1381 · AF1012+ AF9753 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 5:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1000 · KL1615+ KL3471 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h25 | 5:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4233+ LH232+ LH5156+ Autobus LM043 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h55 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 4 transfers | |
AZ217 · AZ1727 | 6:45 AM London City Airport | 26h50 | 10:35 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ217 · AZ1746 | 6:45 AM London City Airport | 25h25 | 9:10 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ217 · AZ2045 · AZ1171+ Autobus LM043 | 6:45 AM London City Airport | 13h40 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 4 transfers | |
AZ217 · AZ1723 | 6:45 AM London City Airport | 7h30 | 3:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ217 · AZ2045 · AZ1745 | 6:45 AM London City Airport | 6h55 | 2:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ217 · AZ2045 · AZ1751 | 6:45 AM London City Airport | 6h50 | 2:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN2104 · SN3131 | 6:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 1:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2483+ LH5184 · LH5156+ Autobus LM043 | 6:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h30 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 4 transfers | |
U28285 | 6:55 AM London Gatwick Airport | 3h10 | 11:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2483+ LH5184 · LH5050 | 6:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h40 | 2:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1002 · KL1605+ KL3211 | 8:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h50 | 6:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1681 · AF1012+ AF9753 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h00 | 5:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1681 · AF1504+ AF9792 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h35 | 6:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1681 · AF1504+ AF9821 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h50 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1681 · AF1304+ AF9821 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h50 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1681 · AF1604+ AF9821 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h50 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ221 · AZ1723 | 9:10 AM London City Airport | 5h05 | 3:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ221 · AZ1721 | 9:10 AM London City Airport | 7h45 | 5:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1004 · KL1605+ KL3514 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h50 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1004 · KL1605+ KL3211 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h35 | 6:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ203 · AZ1753 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h15 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ203 · AZ1733 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h00 | 6:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ203 · AZ1729 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h15 | 9:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1581 · AF1604+ AF9821 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h15 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1581 · AF1730+ AF9743 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h50 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1581 · AF1604+ AF9766 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h50 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1581 · AF1312+ AF9743 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h50 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
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 London 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 London to Catania flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Catania airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City 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 London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
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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