Traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
The timezone in Catania is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Minneapolis.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MSP to CTA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MSP and CTA:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
$331 is currently the best price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. A return flight starts from $854. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MSP to CTA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MSP to CTA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MSP:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Consider staying in a hotel near CTA if you're catching a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and explore beyond Catania's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is roughly 5 miles from the center of Catania. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Catania. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport for July if you want to explore Catania during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 70ºF and 97ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to CTA in February. Average temperatures are between 39ºF and 64ºF then.
Explore more of Italy
Catania is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. About 240 miles north of Catania, a trip to Naples will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
If you want to check out another corner of Italy, head for Palermo, roughly 100 miles north-west of Catania. Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo are the start of reasons to visit.
