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Museo Civico Castello Ursino
City museum inside the 13th-century Castello Ursino, with archaeological finds, paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts linked to Catania’s history.
Flights from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 17 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 03:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest flight covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 1h 15m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Flights per day 30 |
Direct flights 17 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 3:45 AM |
Last flight 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$242
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
26
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino 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 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport will cost around $242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 26 flights that leave Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport for Catania Fontanarossa Airport onSun, May 31, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct flights cover the 538 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, May 31 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 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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AZ1751Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
A bus is $47 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average $97 (€78).
Other travel options to Catania Fontanarossa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 27m.
Bus takes on average 12h 19m.
The table below shows live departures for Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flights for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 1170 | 6:55 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 8:15 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1709 | 8:15 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h15 | 9:30 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LG6554 · LG581 | 8:50 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 23h40 | 8:30 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
XZ2811 | 9:20 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 10:40 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1731 | 9:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h15 | 10:55 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ2036 · AZ1723 | 10:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 4h40 | 3:10 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 4856 | 12:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 1:50 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ2080 · AZ1701 | 3:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 4h30 | 7:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
XZ2815 | 4:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 5:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1733 | 5:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h15 | 6:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ2056 · AZ1743 | 7:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 4h20 | 11:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 4858 | 9:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 10:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2817 | 9:40 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1735 | 10:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h15 | 11:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FR 1170 | 6:00 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h20 | 7:20 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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City museum inside the 13th-century Castello Ursino, with archaeological finds, paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts linked to Catania’s history.
Well-curated museum on the Allied landing in Sicily, using immersive displays, documents, and reconstructed scenes to explain a major World War II campaign.
Museum of sacred art beside the cathedral, with reliquaries, paintings, liturgical objects, and access to terraces overlooking Piazza del Duomo.
The ceremonial heart of Catania, surrounded by Baroque architecture, the cathedral, and the Elephant Fountain; a natural starting point for exploring.
Catania’s main shopping and walking street, lined with historic buildings, cafés, and recurring views toward Mount Etna on clear days.
Short but celebrated Baroque street with striking churches and convent façades, frequently used in photography and film for its architectural harmony.
Sicilian fried rice ball, often filled with ragù, peas, or butter and ham. A classic street food strongly associated with Catania and eastern Sicily.
Catania’s signature pasta with tomato sauce, fried eggplant, basil, and salted ricotta. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
Sweet-and-sour eggplant dish with tomato, celery, olives, and capers. A beloved Sicilian antipasto with strong local identity.
Respected Sicilian restaurant with a more refined style, featuring regional recipes, quality ingredients, and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known traditional Catania trattoria serving classic Sicilian dishes such as pasta alla Norma, seafood, and local antipasti in a rustic setting.
Established fish restaurant near the market, known for fresh seafood, Sicilian starters, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Moderate overall. Airport food is pricier than in town, but Sicily stays reasonable by Italian standards.
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Small change is fine for cafes and taxis.
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Catania Fontanarossa Airport -> Catania Centro
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