Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, making Catania one hour behind Helsinki.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your HEL to CTA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between HEL and CTA:
Riga International Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight is £69. A return ticket right now is £148. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from HEL to CTA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from HEL to CTA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, 60.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Consider booking a hotel close to CTA if you're catching a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin 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.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
From Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, Catania is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Catania. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport for July if you'd like to visit Catania during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to CTA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Catania has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 240 miles north of Catania, a trip to Naples will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Around 100 miles north-west of Catania, Palermo is another favourite stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.