Flying from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): What you need to know
Glasgow has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Catania is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located in Catania, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to CTA, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Glasgow to CTA with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between GLA and CTA include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Add a stopover to your journey at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport.
You can arrive at PIK from the centre of Glasgow in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to CTA flight? Relax in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CTA:
Travel at your own speed with a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and discover more of Catania and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to the centre of Catania is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
At the moment, Rs13,923 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs26,745. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to CTA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Glasgow to CTA.
Lock in a cheap flight from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Catania based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 36ºC. Book your Glasgow to CTA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in February when temperatures are between 4ºC and 18ºC.
More about Catania
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Catania right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Piazza del Duomo, Roman Amphitheatre and Duomo di Catania are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Catania itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Palermo is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Catania. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cathedral of Palermo, Golfo di Mondello and Spiaggia di Mondello.
If you're looking to explore another side of Italy, head for Catanzaro, about 209 kilometres north-east of Catania. Cattedrale Di Santa Maria Assunta, Teatro Politeama and Church of the Sacred Heart are key highlights.
