Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Marseille and Catania share the same timezone, UTC+1.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MRS to CTA flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air France has direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Catania — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air France on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MRS and CTA:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
Malta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Rs7,513 is the best price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs16,656. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from MRS to CTA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
73.25% of flights departing from Marseille Provence Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Marseille Provence Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MRS. Whether you have an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you have a late Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CTA:
Grab a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car and discover Catania and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
From Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, Catania is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Catania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Catania, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MRS to CTA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
Catania has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres north of Catania, a visit to Naples will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania, Palermo is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.