Flying from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Catania one hour behind Chania.
To ensure you catch your CHQ to CTA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CHQ and CTA:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Right now, $61 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $127. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from CHQ to CTA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
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Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that depart CHQ reach their destination on time.
Central Chania to Chania International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near CHQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Consider staying in a hotel near CTA if you're on a late Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car and explore Catania and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Catania. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Catania based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Chania International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Catania, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to CTA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Catania. Around 386 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Palermo is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. No journey is complete without dropping by Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.