Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Catania is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BHX to CTA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jet2 is your gateway to discovering Catania (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Italy!). Browse the direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Jet2 on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHX and CTA:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight is $82. A return fare is currently $175. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to CTA, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BHX to CTA.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you're getting in on a late Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CTA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save to explore Catania and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to the centre of Catania has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Catania. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport for July if you want to visit Catania during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX 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 tick off its popular sights. From National Archaeological Museum to Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Italy, consider Palermo, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo are highlights.