Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Catania travel guide

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You're Going to Love Catania

With a population of 290,927, Catania is a must-see destination in Sicily, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Catania has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Catania

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nicolosi - Pudamuri - Ristorante Pizzeria (1 Via Torino) and Cutilisci (69 Via S. Giovanni Li Cuti) are great picks.

When to visit Catania

Catania in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 404
1 night at 3-star hotel
Catania in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 404
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Catania in August, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 106 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Catania, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Catania

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Catania from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 6h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Palermo takes 4h 56m and costs around AED 92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Salerno, expect to pay about AED 165 for a 7h 00m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 2 miles from the centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Palermo, the bus ride to Catania takes 145 miles and will cost you around AED 59. From Lamezia Terme, the ticket costs about AED 70 for a journey of 270 miles. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.3 miles from the city centre of Catania. Catania Port is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Catania from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 6h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Palermo takes 4h 56m and costs around AED 92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Salerno, expect to pay about AED 165 for a 7h 00m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 2 miles from the centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Palermo, the bus ride to Catania takes 145 miles and will cost you around AED 59. From Lamezia Terme, the ticket costs about AED 70 for a journey of 270 miles. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.3 miles from the city centre of Catania. Catania Port is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa
CIYComiso
REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

Lufthansa
Good (7,030 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,810 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,919 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,197 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,846 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,048 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Catania

From 5-star hotels such as the Romano Palace Luxury Hotel to great affordable options like the B&B Habitat Luxury Suites Accommodation, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 334 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 466 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ostello degli Elefanti and B&B Palazzo Cerami.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

Most booked hotels in Catania

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Catania International Airport Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
AED 414+
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Romano Palace Luxury Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
AED 514+
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Hiring a car in Catania

Hiring a car in Catania costs AED 244 per day, on average, or AED 976 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay AED 6.91 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 82.86 and AED 110.48. The most frequently booked car type in Catania is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Catania costs AED 244 per day, on average, or AED 976 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay AED 6.91 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 82.86 and AED 110.48. The most frequently booked car type in Catania is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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