Flying from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cagliari.
You can choose from eight weekly Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flights. The 07:55 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 23:40.
To ensure you get on your CAG to CTA flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Catania — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates CAG to CTA flights. An impressive 87.5% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CAG and CTA include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Ancona Falconara Airport
Milano Linate Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight is $23. A return plane ticket is currently $45. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAG to CTA.
The cheapest month for flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CAG to CTA.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
Cagliari Elmas Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.13% of flights that take off from CAG arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Cagliari to Cagliari Elmas Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CAG:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Pick up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car and discover Catania and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Catania. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Catania based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAG to CTA in February. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Catania, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel about 386 kilometres north to Naples to check off its top attractions. From National Archaeological Museum to Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania, Palermo is another essential stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.