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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Catania has to offer.

If you’re looking for affordable options, Il Timo Bistrot (Via Antonello da Messina 45) and Etnea Roof Bar & Restaurant by “UNA cucina” (218 Via Etnea) are great picks.

Catania in August

Estimated package price

C$ 44

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Flight to Catania

3 nights at hotel

C$ 44

2 travellers

Flight to Catania

3 nights at 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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When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 5 km from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to Catania include Air Canada, Lufthansa and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Catania from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 13h 20m.

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Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car rental from Palermo, which is about 167 km from Catania. You’ll find branches of Easy Car Hire and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Palermo.

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Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car rental from Palermo, which is about 167 km from Catania. You’ll find branches of Easy Car Hire and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Palermo.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa

CIYComiso

REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

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Scandinavian Airlines

Good (1,801 reviews)

Air Canada

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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 Taga Suites, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 151 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 213 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

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Four Points by Sheraton Catania Hotel and Conference Center

4 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

C$ 180+

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Grand Hotel Baia Verde

4 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

C$ 210+

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NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi

4 stars

Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)

C$ 232+

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4 Spa Resort Hotel

4 stars

Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 191+

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Catania International Airport Hotel

4 stars

Good (7.5, Good reviews)

C$ 164+

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Romano Palace Luxury Hotel

5 stars

Good (7.3, Good reviews)

C$ 234+

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Renting a car in Catania costs C$ 51 per day, on average, or C$ 153 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Catania.

Expect to pay C$ 3.04 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.42 and C$ 48.56.

Renting a car in Catania costs C$ 51 per day, on average, or C$ 153 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Catania.

Expect to pay C$ 3.04 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.42 and C$ 48.56.

Car rental agencies in Catania

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