Flying from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Brussels International Airport (BRU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Catania and Brussels are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are three Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, jump on the 14:45 Brussels Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:20 with Brussels Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CTA to BRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Brussels Airlines has direct flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Brussels — and maybe even more of Belgium if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Brussels Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for CTA to BRU flights is Brussels Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CTA and BRU:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Milan Linate Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport flight is 52 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 109 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from CTA to BRU by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CTA to BRU.
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Handy information about Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
77% of flights that depart Catania Fontanarossa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Catania. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CTA:
Arriving at Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Consider booking a hotel close to BRU if you have a late Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Brussels International Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Brussels International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
From Brussels International Airport, Brussels is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
September is the busiest month for flights from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Brussels in March.
Before locking in your flight from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Brussels International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CTA to BRU sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to discover more of Belgium. Journey about 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Musée de la Photographie to BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Belgium, consider Liege, roughly 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse are among its highlights.