Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Catania is one hour ahead of London and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 14 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flights. The 05:30 departure with Wizz Air UK is the earliest flight available. Wizz Air UK operates the last service of the day at 17:40.
To ensure you get on your LGW to CTA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Catania holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Italy:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is easyJet.
EasyJet leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LGW to CTA flights, with 93.1% of services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LGW and CTA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Bari Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight is Rs13,133. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs24,341. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LGW to CTA by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to CTA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart LGW arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Catania Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and experience the lesser-explored corners of Catania and beyond.
Booking your ride from Catania Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Catania. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Catania, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 36ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to CTA in February. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Catania, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Travel about 386 kilometres north to Naples to check off its top sights. From Piazza del Plebiscito to Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Italy, head for Palermo, about 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo are key reasons to visit.



