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Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Flights from Catania to Rome depart on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 15 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 537 km distance in 1h 20m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 537 km |
Average flight duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 28 |
Direct flights 15 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:45 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£192
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Flights per day
20
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Catania to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Rome will cost around £192 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £103.
Of the 20 flights that leave Catania for Rome every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 537 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 4857
XZ2810
FR 4860
FR 4855
XZ2816
AZ1752
AZ1726
AZ1754
AZ1722
AZ1736Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 537 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
7h 39m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Rome flights for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XZ2810 | 6:55 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 8:20 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1736 | 7:05 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 8:30 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 1171 | 8:00 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 9:30 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1728 | 8:00 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 9:25 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1710 | 10:15 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 11:40 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY6531 · VY6106 | 10:25 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 7h20 | 17:45 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 change | |
VY6531 · VY6108 | 10:25 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 5h50 | 16:15 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 change | |
VY6531 · VY6102 | 10:25 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 11h45 | 22:10 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1724 | 11:20 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 12:50 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
XZ2812 | 11:40 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 13:05 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 4851 | 11:55 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 13:25 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 4855 | 14:45 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 16:15 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 4871 | 15:40 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 17:10 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 4892 | 18:10 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 19:40 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1712 | 19:15 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 20:40 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
XZ2816 | 19:20 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 20:45 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 4857 | 22:45 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 0:15 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
AZ1722 | 6:00 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 7:25 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 4871 | 6:00 Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 7:30 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
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Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport -> Roma Termini
Be it returning home from a Sicilian getaway, commuting to Rome for business, or simply wanting to explore and enjoy the ancient Italian capital, Catania to Rome flights make it easy, affordable, and totally stress-free to travel between the two cities. Numerous airlines provide multiple direct flights on this route throughout the day, ensuring plenty of choice and competitive prices. The shortest flights take just over one hour to get from Catania to Rome, making it by far the most convenient option for anybody short on time. Those visiting Catania for the first time will find it easy to reach the airport for their flight. And anybody wanting to uncover Rome’s myriad treasures and attractions will be in the best place to get started at Rome’s biggest airport.
Two airlines fly direct from Catania to Rome. Alitalia, Italy’s national flag-carrier airline, who offer the largest number of services and operate routes all throughout the day, is one of them. Ryanair, a low-cost Irish airline who operate more routes than any other budget European airline, is the other company that flies direct from Catania to Rome. In addition to their direct services, Alitalia also operate indirect flights between Catania and Rome. Eurowings, Air Italy (formerly Meridiana), and a small handful of other airlines also provide indirect scheduled services, although less frequently than Alitalia.
The shortest flights from Catania to Rome have a journey time of just one hour and 20 minutes. All direct flights have a journey time less than one hour and 30 minutes to cover the 537 kilometer journey from Catania to Rome. The average flight time is one hour and 27 minutes, and the fastest indirect flights have a total duration (including layovers) of three hours and 45 minutes. The longest flight duration is eight hours. Milan, Verona, and Dusseldorf are some of the most common stopover airports.
The route from Catania to Rome is a heavily serviced one. Every day, there are as many as four flights an hour from Catania to Rome, departing at regular intervals throughout the day. The earliest departures are at 6:00 a.m. and the latest flights depart at 9:30 p.m. There are at least six direct services on any given day, and as many as 14. Considering the range of both direct and indirect flights, there are over 150 scheduled flights from Catania to Rome every week of the year.
Departure airport: All flights from Catania to Rome depart from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA). Catania Fontanarossa has a nursery and kids’ play area, accessible toilets, airline lounges, free WiFi internet, and a number of shops and eateries. The airport is 20-30 minutes from the city by car, taxi, or on the ‘AMT Alibus’ service from Catania Train Station.
Arrival airport: All services arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport (FCO), also known as Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. The excellent Leonardo Express train connects Fiumicino Airport with Rome’s main central train station, Termini. The journey time is just 32 minutes, eliminating traffic concerns, and departures leave every 15 minutes or so. The airport also has offices of many car rental companies, including major global brands, and a vast range of facilities and services.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Rome by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Catania to Rome flights use the Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Catania and Rome airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 4 km from Catania city centre. Public transport options include:
Catania Fontanarossa Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Catania Fontanarossa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania Fontanarossa Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited duration. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
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