Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located in Catania. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 1 hour behind Catania.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from CTA to Glasgow. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from CTA to Glasgow that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
If you have a passport from Italy and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow.
The journey from central Catania to CTA takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to CTA? If you're catching an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Glasgow
$101 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $263. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CTA to Glasgow, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 33 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to GLA if you're catching a late flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
As soon as your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 53 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near PIK. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from CTA to Glasgow at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Glasgow in April when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from CTA to Glasgow sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
After locking in your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Glasgow, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Glasgow.
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