Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Catania one hour ahead of Southampton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your SOU to CTA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SOU and CTA:
Geneve Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight is $149. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $324. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SOU to CTA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SOU to CTA.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
When it comes to Southampton Airport's on-time performance, data shows 55.7% of flights complete their journey on time.
Southampton Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SOU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and see more of Catania and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks before your trip.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Catania in January.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Southampton Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SOU to CTA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Catania has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres north of Catania, a visit to Naples will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Italy, head for Palermo, about 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo are key reasons to visit.
