Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Faro Airport (FAO): what you need to know
The timezone in Faro is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Catania.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CTA to FAO flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport. These are the top stopovers between CTA and FAO:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Faro Airport (FAO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport flight is Rs16,136. A round-trip fare is currently Rs29,454. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CTA to FAO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CTA to FAO.
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Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
68.69% of flights that take off from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport land at their destination on time.
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Catania. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CTA? If you're catching an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Faro Airport (FAO)
If you're coming in on a late Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near FAO:
Travel at your own pace with a Faro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Surprice and discover more of Faro and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Faro Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Faro Airport (FAO) to central Faro
Faro Airport to central Faro has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Faro Airport (FAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Faro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Faro is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Faro Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CTA to FAO in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Faro is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres north-west of Faro, a visit to Lisbon will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 467 kilometres north of Faro, Porto is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.