Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is 6 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Catania is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to CTA start at 07:25 — the first with flydubai. The latest departure is at 08:10 with flydubai. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to CTA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Flying into Catania (and then exploring more of Italy!) is a snap with flydubai. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with flydubai on this route.
Flydubai is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to CTA flights, with 73.08% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DXB and CTA include:
Tirana International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Currently, £101 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £209. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to CTA by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DXB to CTA.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and experience the lesser-explored corners of Catania and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to the centre of Catania has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Catania. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Catania, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to CTA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Catania. Around 240 miles away to the north, top sights here include National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Around 100 miles north-west of Catania, Palermo is another essential stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.