Flying from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Catania and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
You can choose from three weekly Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 18:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CTA to CRL flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Brussels (and perhaps some other great corners of Belgium!). Check out the direct flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating CTA to CRL flights, Ryanair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CTA and CRL:
Marseille Airport
Bologna International Airport
Bari Airport
Handy information about Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Of the departures from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Catania Fontanarossa Airport from central Catania, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CTA? If you're catching an early flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Book a hotel near CRL if you have a late Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget to explore Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to central Brussels
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to central Brussels has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Brussels in March.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CTA to CRL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to discover other corners of Belgium. Travel around 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its leading attractions. From Musée de la Photographie to BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Belgium, consider Liege, roughly 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse are among the biggest draws.

