Journey information
Overview: Catania to Rome flight
Flights from Catania to Rome depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 15 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 537 km distance in 1h 20m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 537 km |
Average flight duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 15 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 04:50 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Catania to Rome
Cheapest price
€134
Average price
€343
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
32
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Rome will cost around €343 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €134.
Of the 32 flights that leave Catania for Rome onMon, Dec 01, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct flights cover the 537 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the longest 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Catania to Rome
Omio 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 bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 537 km
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Live departures
Catania to Rome flight times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Rome flights for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FR 1171 | 4:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 6:10 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1722 | 5:00 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 6:25 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1742 · AZ2045 | 5:20 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 4h50 | 10:10 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1742 · AZ2029 | 5:20 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3h50 | 9:10 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
XZ2810 | 6:00 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 738+ Autobus LMS32+ AZ1170 | 7:52 AM Catania Centrale | 11h38 | 7:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ1710 | 9:15 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 10:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1747 · AZ2071 | 9:25 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 5h35 | 3:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1747 · AZ2133 | 9:25 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3h45 | 1:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1718 · AZ2071 | 10:20 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 4h40 | 3:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1718 · AZ2061 | 10:20 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 6h50 | 5:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ Autobus LMS44+ AZ1170 | 10:34 AM Catania Centrale | 8h56 | 7:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ1724 | 10:40 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 12:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2812 | 10:40 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 12:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4855 | 1:25 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 2:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1704 · AZ2109 | 2:05 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 6h05 | 8:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1726 | 2:25 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 3:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4857 | 3:50 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 5:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1720 · AZ2055 | 4:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 16h05 | 8:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1720 · AZ2013 | 4:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 14h05 | 6:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 4851 | 5:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 7:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2816 | 5:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 7:20 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1712 | 6:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 7:40 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4871 | 7:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 8:45 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1702 · AZ2055 | 7:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 13h10 | 8:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1702 · AZ2013 | 7:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 11h10 | 6:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1752 | 8:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 9:55 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Catania to Rome Flights: An Overview
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.
Which airlines fly from Catania to Rome?
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.
How long is the flight from Catania to Rome?
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.
How many flights are there from Catania to Rome?
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.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Catania to Rome?
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.
FAQs: Catania to Rome Flight
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.

Flights from Catania to Rome generally leave from Catania Fontanarossa Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 8.9 km away from Catania city centre and Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is 28.2 km from Rome city centre.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Catania to Rome
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available, including duty-free and local specialty stores.
- Parking available with both short-term and long-term options, approximately 1€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge services available, including the SAC Lounge.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 457, 524
- Train: Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited duration.
- Shops are located in all terminals, featuring brands like Gucci and Duty-Free stores.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Plaza Premium Lounge, with amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in Terminal 3, with a dedicated office for inquiries.
- Bus: Terravision, SIT Bus Shuttle
- Train: Leonardo Express, FL1
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