CTA Airport · Old Town · Sicily

Transfer in Catania
from the Airport to the Centre

All the options to reach Piazza Duomo from Fontanarossa airport: taxi, private car, Alibus AMT and private transfer bookable online. Prices, timings and practical tips.

5 km
Airport → City Centre
~15 min
By taxi / private car
~€25
Fixed taxi rate
24/7
Transfer available
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How to Get There from the Airport

Catania Fontanarossa airport (CTA) is about 5 km from Piazza Duomo. Here are the four available options, with pros and cons of each.

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Authorised Taxi
At the arrivals exit · fixed rate
~15 min
Duration
~€25
Fixed rate
24/7
Available
Authorised taxis from the Municipality of Catania apply a fixed airport-to-centre rate of about €25. Found at the arrivals area exit, in an organised queue. Don't negotiate: the fixed rate is already set.
No booking needed
Fixed rate (not metered)
Always available at the airport
CTA Airport Info →
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Alibus AMT
Public bus · budget-friendly
~25 min
Duration
€4.50
Ticket
20–30'
Frequency
The Alibus AMT connects the airport with the Central Station and Via Etnea. Stop 5 minutes on foot from Piazza Duomo. Ticket purchasable on board or at the airport. Ideal for those travelling light.
The most budget-friendly option
Stop on Via Etnea (near the centre)
Buses every 20-30 minutes
AMT Schedules →
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FCE Metro
Train · Central Station
~10 min
To Central Station
~€1.30
Ticket
+15 min
Walk to centre
The FCE metro connects the airport with the Central Station in about 10 minutes. From the station, Piazza Duomo is about a 15-minute walk (or 5 by taxi). Convenient for those with light luggage who want to avoid traffic.
Fast and punctual
Avoids city traffic
Minimal cost
FCE Schedules →
Beware of unlicensed taxis: at the airport exit you might be approached by drivers offering rides at variable prices. Always use taxis with the Municipality of Catania's official mark (white with "TAXI" written on them) or book an authorised private car/transfer online before you travel.

Options Compared

All the main routes to and from Catania airport, with indicative times and costs.

Route Mode Time Indicative cost Notes
CTA Airport → Piazza Duomo Private car transfer ~15 min €25–40 Recommended
CTA Airport → Piazza Duomo Authorised taxi ~15 min ~€25 (fixed) Fixed rate
CTA Airport → Via Etnea Alibus AMT ~25 min €4.50 Most budget-friendly
CTA Airport → Central Station FCE Metro ~10 min ~€1.30 +15 min walk to centre
CTA Airport → Taormina Private transfer ~55 min €55–80 With stops
CTA Airport → Syracuse Private transfer ~70 min €65–90 With stops
CTA Airport → Etna (Rifugio Sapienza) Transfer / Tour ~55 min €50–70 Tour included
Catania → Port of Catania Taxi / Private car ~10 min €12–18 Ferries to Sicily and Malta

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