Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
London is one hour behind Catania and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Take your pick of 11 weekly Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 10:30 departure with Wizz Air UK is the earliest available. Wizz Air UK operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CTA to LGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to London (and then other destinations in United Kingdom) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
British Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for CTA to LGW flights is British Airways.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CTA and LGW:
Naples International Airport
Milano Linate Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Rs11,233 is currently the best price for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs22,795. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from CTA to LGW by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
When it comes to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport's on-time performance, 68.69% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Catania-Fontanarossa Airport from central Catania, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CTA:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider staying in a hotel near LGW if you're catching a late Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's main sights.
Booking your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to London in January.
When reserving your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CTA to LGW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.