How to travel from Paris to Catania

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Compare bus, flight, and train for Paris to Catania

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €97 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 4.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €97, while a flight costs an average of €477.

Distance: 1010 miles (1626 km)

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€477

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€178

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€97

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€369

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5h 54m

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3h 54m

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32h 49m

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32h 19m

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24h 25m

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23h 55m

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22h 10m

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1.6 - 4.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Catania is a train with an average price of €97.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Catania:

A train is €81 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Catania costing on average €178.

A train is €380 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Catania costing on average €477.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Catania is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 54m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Train takes on average 24h 25m.

Bus takes on average 32h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Catania including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Catania among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 18h 16m sooner (3h 54m by flight vs 22h 10m by car). Tickets start at around €477 compared to roughly €369 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Paris to Catania

How to get from Paris to Catania by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Paris to Catania is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transavia FranceTO3802
    6:00 AM2h35
    Paris Orly Airport
    8:35 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €621One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Transavia FranceTO3802
    6:00 AM2h35
    Paris Orly Airport
    8:35 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €621One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transavia FranceTO3802
    6:00 AM2h35
    Paris Orly Airport
    8:35 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 AM36h30
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    9:10 PMCatania, Via D'Amico
    €1661One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM33h55
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    7:55 AMCatania, Via D'Amico
    €1741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 PM34h15
    Paris, Porte Maillot
    7:55 AMCatania, Via D'Amico
    €1741One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU24899
    8:25 AM2h35
    Paris Orly Airport
    11:00 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €851One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF1200
    8:10 AM2h45
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:55 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €1221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transavia FranceTO3808
    4:30 PM2h35
    Paris Orly Airport
    7:05 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €1471One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Catania

Travel to Catania easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Catania.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Catania including taking a bus, flight, and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Catania is a train with an average price of €97.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Catania:

A train is €81 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Catania costing on average €178.

A train is €380 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Catania costing on average €477.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Catania is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 54m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Train takes on average 24h 25m.

Bus takes on average 32h 49m.

The distance from Paris to Catania is approximately 1010 miles (1626 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Catania is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Catania as scheduled services by bus, flight, and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Catania:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Catania Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Catania, Via D'Amico.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Catania, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus to go to Catania by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, easyJet, Transavia France, ITA, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, KM Malta Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Iberia, Swiss, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Smartwings, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines to go to Catania by flight.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa to go to Catania by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Catania:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, easyJet, Transavia France, Ryanair, Air France.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Catania often also extend their vacation to go to Palermo, Taormina, Rome, Milan, Syracuse. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Catania and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Catania to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Catania, visitors can explore Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, with guided tours and hiking trails. Experience the vibrant atmosphere at La Pescheria, the daily fish market offering fresh seafood and local delicacies. Relax at Giardino Bellini, Catania's oldest urban park with beautiful gardens. Visit Aci Castello, a picturesque coastal town featuring a medieval castle overlooking the sea. Enjoy Catania's Street Food Tour, savoring traditional Sicilian dishes. Key sights include Piazza del Duomo with the Elephant Fountain and Cathedral of Sant'Agata, Teatro Massimo Bellini, Castello Ursino, Via Etnea for shopping, and the Monastero dei Benedettini, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Three to four days in Catania allows you to explore the city’s historical sites, enjoy its vibrant markets, and take day trips to nearby attractions like Mount Etna and the stunning coastline.
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