Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Catania travel guide

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You're Going to Love Catania

With a population of 290,927, Catania is a must-see destination in Sicily, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Catania has to offer.

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When to visit Catania

Catania in March
Estimated hotel price
$210
1 night at 3-star hotel
Catania in March
Estimated hotel price
$210
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Catania in August, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 106 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Catania, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Catania

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Catania from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 15m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Naples takes 7h 24m and costs around $64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $43 for a 9h 43m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 4 km from the centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including Bus, Itabus and FlixBus. From Palermo, the bus ride to Catania takes 233 km and will cost you around $66. From Lamezia Terme, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 360 km. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Catania. Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Catania from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 15m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Naples takes 7h 24m and costs around $64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $43 for a 9h 43m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 4 km from the centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including Bus, Itabus and FlixBus. From Palermo, the bus ride to Catania takes 233 km and will cost you around $66. From Lamezia Terme, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 360 km. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Catania. Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa
CIYComiso
REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,698 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,844 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,143 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,637 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,169 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (937 reviews)
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Where to stay in Catania

From 5-star hotels such as the Romano Palace Luxury Hotel to great affordable options like the Hotel La Ville, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $146 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $257 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Benedettini - Suites and Ostello degli Elefanti.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

Most booked hotels in Catania

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NH Catania Centro
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$213+
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Plaza Hotel Catania
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$179+
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NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Catania International Airport Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$177+
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Hiring a car in Catania

Expect to pay $3.36 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $40.25 and $53.67. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Catania, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.36 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $40.25 and $53.67. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Catania, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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