Travelling from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Podgorica Airport (TGD): what you need to know
Catania and Podgorica are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Your CTA to TGD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Podgorica Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CTA and TGD include:
Vienna Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Handy information about Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Catania Fontanarossa Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is about 6 kms (4 miles) from central Catania. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Podgorica Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CTA:
Arriving at Podgorica Airport (TGD)
Consider booking a hotel close to TGD if you have a late Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Podgorica Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Podgorica Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Surprice and experience more of Podgorica and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Podgorica Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to central Podgorica
Podgorica Airport to central Podgorica has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kms (7 miles) away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The quietest month for a flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Podgorica Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Podgorica based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Podgorica Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Podgorica, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CTA to TGD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Montenegro
Podgorica has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Montenegro just waiting to be discovered. About 48 kms (30 miles) north-west of Podgorica, a trip to Nikšić will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Trebjesa, Bedem Fortress and Heritage Museum at King Nikola Palace.
If there's time to check out another corner of Montenegro, consider Herceg Novi, roughly 56 kms (35 miles) west of Podgorica. Promenade of Herceg Novi, Viewpoint of Herceg Novi and Forte Mare are among its highlights.