Introduction
Where to eat
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. Catania deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Catania

If you’re looking for affordable options, Il Timo Bistrot (Via Antonello da Messina 45) and Etnea Roof Bar & Restaurant by “UNA cucina” (218 Via Etnea) are great picks.

When to visit Catania

Catania in January
Estimated hotel price
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel
Catania in January
Estimated hotel price
$192
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 33h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car hire from Palermo, which is about 167 km from Catania. You’ll find branches of Car Motion and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Palermo.

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 33h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car hire from Palermo, which is about 167 km from Catania. You’ll find branches of Car Motion and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Palermo.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa
CIYComiso
REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

Lufthansa
Good (8,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,027 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,396 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,229 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,781 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,576 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,143 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,404 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,247 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 Asmundo di Gisira, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $173 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $269 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

Most booked hotels in Catania

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NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$306+
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Catania International Airport Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$216+
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Romano Palace Luxury Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$292+
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Hiring a car in Catania

Hiring a car in Catania costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.85 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 $46.17 and $61.55. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Catania, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Catania costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.85 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 $46.17 and $61.55. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Catania, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Catania

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