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Complete Guide 2025

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

Everything you need to know before departing or arriving in Catania: terminals, how to get there, parking, services, airlines and the airport's history.

10M+
Passengers/year
80+
Destinations
7 km
From city centre
24/7
Operating

Guide contents

  1. Identity & key facts
  2. The Terminals
  3. Getting to the airport
  4. Parking
  5. Airport services
  6. Passenger rights
  7. Useful contacts
  8. Airlines & routes
  9. Airport history
  10. FAQ

✈️ Identity & key facts

The Vincenzo Bellini International Airport of Catania-Fontanarossa is Sicily's main airport and one of Italy's ten busiest. Identified by the IATA code CTA and ICAO code LICC, the airport is managed by SAC – Società Aeroporto Catania S.p.A. and is located in the Fontanarossa district, about 7 km from central Catania.

With over 10 million passengers a year, Catania Airport is Italy's sixth-busiest airport by total traffic and the busiest in Southern Italy. It serves domestic and international flights to more than 80 destinations across Europe and the Mediterranean.

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Official name

Vincenzo Bellini International Airport of Catania-Fontanarossa

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Location

Via Fontanarossa, Catania — 7 km from the city centre

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IATA / ICAO code

CTA / LICC

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Operator

SAC – Società Aeroporto Catania S.p.A.

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Operating hours

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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SAC switchboard

+39 095 7239111

🏛️ The Terminals

Catania Airport has two passenger terminals: Terminal A (main) and Terminal C (secondary, dedicated to easyJet).

Terminal A

Main terminal · Open 24/7
  • Over 40,000 m² across two levels
  • Ground floor: arrivals and baggage claim
  • First floor: departures and check-in
  • 55 check-in desks with drop-off
  • 8 baggage reclaim belts
  • SAC Vip Lounge (5:00 AM–9:00 PM)
  • 3 ATMs, shops, dining
  • 12 device-charging stations (144 outlets)
  • Sala Amica for PRM passengers
  • All carriers except easyJet

Terminal C

easyJet only · Schengen area
  • 3,800 m², opened in 2018
  • About 2,000 passengers per day
  • 4 check-in desks with drop-off
  • Flights to Italy and the Schengen area only
  • easyJet exclusively
  • 2 dining points (landside and airside)
  • Gluten-free food area
  • Tactile signage for the visually impaired
  • Walkable from Terminal A
  • P1 and P2 parking for baggage drop-off
⚠️ If you're flying with easyJet, always check your ticket to confirm whether your departure is from Terminal A or Terminal C. Terminal monitors and the easyJet app show the terminal assigned to your flight.

🚌 Getting to the airport

Catania Airport is well connected to the city centre and the rest of Sicily through several transport options.

ModeTimeCostNotes
🚌 Alibus 20 min ~€4.50 Every 25 min, from 4:40 AM to 12:30 AM (until midnight on holidays). 15 stops to the central station. Valid on all AMT transport for 90 min.
🚕 Taxi 15 min ~€25 (fixed fare) Fixed fare to the city centre. Available 24/7 at the arrivals exit. Prefer officially licensed taxis.
🚆 Train (combined) ~30 min varies Walking shuttle (~600 m) to Fontanarossa station, then rail into the centre. Book with Trenitalia selecting "Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa Bus".
🚗 Private car 15–25 min From the RA15 ring road, "Asse dei Servizi" exit. Direct access to P1–P4 parking.
🚐 Private transfer from 15 min from ~€30 Door-to-door service, advance booking recommended.

Need a transfer from Catania?

Book ahead and travel stress-free from the airport to your destination.

🅿️ Parking

Catania Airport has 5 parking areas with various options for short and long stays. All official car parks are equipped with Telepass technology.

P1

Short stay

50 m from Terminal A. Ideal for those departing or arriving within a few hours. The first 15 minutes are free.

P2

Short/medium stay

Near Terminal A and Terminal C. Covered parking, great for round trips within 24 hours.

P3

Medium stay

Multi-storey car park. A good balance between distance and rate for stays of 1–3 days.

P4

Long stay

Further away but cheaper. Ideal for trips longer than 24 hours. Near Terminal C.

P5

Low cost

The airport's cheapest parking. Free shuttle to the terminals. Recommended for long stays.

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🛎️ Airport services

Catania Airport offers a full range of services for departing and arriving passengers.

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Free WiFi

Free WiFi available throughout the airport, with no time limit.

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Device charging

12 stations with 144 outlets for charging smartphones, tablets and laptops.

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Dining

Bars, restaurants and self-service points across the terminals. Gluten-free area in Terminal C.

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Shopping

Duty-free shops, bookstores, souvenir shops and Sicilian specialty products.

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Banking services

3 ATMs, currency exchange and bank offices available in Terminal A.

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Pharmacy

Pharmacy and para-pharmacy with extended hours. Travel products and basic medicines.

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SAC Vip Lounge

Private lounge, open from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Paid access or included with premium cards.

Sala Amica (PRM)

Dedicated room for passengers with reduced mobility. Specialized assistance right to the aircraft, book 48h ahead.

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Nursery

Restrooms with baby-changing facilities for parents with infants in every terminal.

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Tourist info

Tourist information points near arrivals, open during daytime hours.

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CTA Airport app

The official app shows security wait times, gates and real-time flight schedules.

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Lost & Found

Lost property and baggage office: open 24/7, located in the Terminal A arrivals area.

🛡️ Passenger rights

Knowing your rights helps you travel with more peace of mind, especially if something goes wrong.

Refund for a cancelled or delayed flight

Up to €600 per passenger. Free 2-minute check with AirAdvisor.

Travel insurance

Baggage, medical expenses and cancellation cover from just a few euros a day with HeyMondo.

📞 Useful contacts

The key contacts for information, transport and emergencies at the airport.

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SAC — Società Aeroporto Catania

Official airport operator. General info, lost & found, accessibility. Tel. +39 095 723 9111 — aeroporto.catania.it

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Radiotaxi Catania

Taxi booking with agreed fare. Tel. +39 095 330 966

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AMT Catania — Alibus

City bus routes, schedules and passes. Tel. +39 095 736 0111 — amt.ct.it

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Emergencies

Border police, customs police and 24/7 first aid at the airport. 112 — Emergencies · 118 — Ambulance

🛫 Airlines & routes

Catania Airport is served by the leading European carriers, with a strong presence of low-cost airlines and scheduled flights to Italy's major hubs and international destinations.

Main airlines operating

Ryanair easyJet ITA Airways Volotea Vueling Wizzair Eurowings Air Malta Transavia TUI fly

Busiest routes

DestinationIATAFrequencyIndicative price
Rome FiumicinoFCO20+ flights/wkfrom €24
Milan MalpensaMXP18 flights/wkfrom €29
NaplesNAP10 flights/wkfrom €19
London GatwickLGW8 flights/wkfrom €49
Paris CDGCDG7 flights/wkfrom €54
Berlin BERBER5 flights/wkfrom €59
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📜 Airport history

Catania Airport's history dates back to 1924, when the first airfield was built on the Fontanarossa plain. Originally intended for military use, the airport began welcoming commercial civil flights only in the late 1940s, with the first flights operated by carriers such as Alitalia.

In the 1960s passenger traffic quickly outgrew the original infrastructure's capacity, triggering a series of expansions that continued over the following decades right up to today. The current Terminal A, with its more than 40,000 m², is the result of these progressive upgrades.

In 2007 the airport was officially named after the Catania-born composer Vincenzo Bellini (1801–1835), author of Norma and La sonnambula, in tribute to the city's most illustrious artistic figure. The full name is therefore Vincenzo Bellini International Airport of Catania-Fontanarossa, though in everyday use it is simply called "Catania Airport" or "Fontanarossa".

In 2018 Terminal C came into operation, a 3,800 m² facility dedicated exclusively to easyJet flights to the Schengen area, built to ease pressure on Terminal A with an investment of around €734,000 self-financed by SAC.

Today Catania Airport is Southern Italy's busiest airport for passenger traffic and continues to grow, with new international routes and infrastructure investments planned in SAC's development strategy for the coming years.

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

Its official name is Vincenzo Bellini International Airport of Catania-Fontanarossa, dedicated to the Catania-born composer in 2007. The IATA code is CTA. In everyday use it's commonly called "Catania Airport" or "Fontanarossa".
Two terminals: Terminal A (main, open 24/7, all carriers) and Terminal C (opened in 2018, dedicated exclusively to easyJet flights to Italy and the Schengen area). If you're flying easyJet, always check your ticket to see which terminal you're departing from.
The airport is about 7 km from central Catania. Under normal traffic conditions it takes 15–20 minutes by taxi or Alibus.
The main options are: Alibus (every 25 minutes, ~€4.50, 20 minutes to the central station, valid on all AMT transport for 90 min), taxi (fixed fare ~€25, 15 minutes), car rental (available directly at the airport) and combined train (600 m walking shuttle + rail).
Yes, Catania Airport offers free WiFi throughout the terminal with no time limit. There are also 12 stations with 144 outlets for charging mobile devices.
The main carriers are Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, Volotea, Vueling, Wizzair and Eurowings, offering domestic and international flights. In summer, numerous charter and seasonal flights to Northern European destinations are added.
We recommend arriving at least 2 hours before for flights with carry-on baggage only, and 2 hours 30 minutes if you're checking bags. In high summer season (July–August) it's advisable to add an extra 30 minutes for security queues.
Yes, the SAC Vip Lounge is available in Terminal A, open from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Access is paid, or free for holders of certain premium credit cards and frequent flyer programs.

Last updated: May 2025 · Content produced independently by aeroportodicatania.it · Disclaimer