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Traveling Through CTA — Catania-Fontanarossa Airport

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport serves 2 terminals, 32 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

9M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through CTA

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Terminals
2 terminals (Terminal A, Terminal C)
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Domestic Check-in
2 hours before departure
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International Check-in
3 hours before departure
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WiFi
Free Wi-Fi available (CATANIA_AIRPORT_FREE_WIFI)
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Power Outlets
Available in various areas of the terminal.
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Annual Passengers
9M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at CTA

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Aegean Airlines Confirm with airline
Air Arabia Confirm with airline
Air France Confirm with airline
Air Malta Confirm with airline
Air Serbia Confirm with airline
AlbaStar Confirm with airline
Austrian Airlines Confirm with airline
British Airways Confirm with airline
Brussels Airlines Confirm with airline
DAT Confirm with airline
easyJet Confirm with airline
Edelweiss Air Confirm with airline
Enter Air Confirm with airline
Eurowings Confirm with airline
Finnair Confirm with airline
ITA Airways Confirm with airline
Jet2.com Confirm with airline
KM Malta Airlines Confirm with airline
Lufthansa Confirm with airline
Luxair Confirm with airline
Neos Confirm with airline
Norwegian Air Shuttle Confirm with airline
Ryanair Confirm with airline
Scandinavian Airlines Confirm with airline
Smartwings Confirm with airline
Swiss International Air Lines Confirm with airline
Transavia Confirm with airline
TUI fly Belgium Confirm with airline
Turkish Airlines Confirm with airline
Volotea Confirm with airline
Vueling Confirm with airline
Wizz Air Confirm with airline

🚗 Getting To & From CTA

Ground transportation options for Catania

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Bus / Shuttle

Alibus shuttle service to Catania city center and railway station (every 25 minutes, €4). Interbus and Etna Trasporti offer connections to other Sicilian cities.

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Rideshare

Uber is not available. Local taxi apps or services may be available.

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Taxi

Approximate fare to city center: €25-30.

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Parking

P4 (Long Stay) - €10 for 24 hours, €60 for 7 days. · P1 (Short Stay) - €2.50 for first hour, €3.50 for second hour, €20 for 24 hours. P2 (Multi-storey) - €3.50 for first hour, €25 for 24 hours.

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Rental Cars

Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Major companies include Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt, and others.


🍽️ Inside CTA

Food, lounges, and shopping at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Various cafes and snack bars. · After security: Restaurants, pizzerias, and bars available after security.

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Lounges

SAC VIP Lounge (Airside, first floor, access: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, paid entry)

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Shopping

Duty-free shops, fashion boutiques, local product stores, and newsstands.


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for CTA

Insider knowledge to make your time at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport smoother

  • 1 Catania Airport is the busiest airport in Sicily.
  • 2 The Alibus is the most convenient way to reach the city center.
  • 3 Consider booking parking in advance, especially during peak season.
  • 4 Fast Track service is available for quicker security checks.
  • 5 The airport is a good base for exploring Eastern Sicily, including Mount Etna.

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Frequently Asked Questions — CTA

How many terminals does CTA (Catania-Fontanarossa Airport) have?

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal A, Terminal C. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does CTA have free WiFi?

Free Wi-Fi available (CATANIA_AIRPORT_FREE_WIFI). For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at CTA?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from CTA?

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is served by 32 airlines, including Aegean Airlines, Air Arabia, Air France, Air Malta, Air Serbia and 27 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from CTA to Catania?

Ground transportation options from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport include bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at CTA?

Yes, Catania-Fontanarossa Airport offers parking options. P4 (Long Stay) - €10 for 24 hours, €60 for 7 days. P1 (Short Stay) - €2.50 for first hour, €3.50 for second hour, €20 for 24 hours. P2 (Multi-storey) - €3.50 for first hour, €25 for 24 hours. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

How can I track my flight from CTA in real time?

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