Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 5 hours behind Catania, where Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from CTA to New York, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from CTA to New York with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you hold a passport from Italy, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Travelling from central Catania to CTA takes about 45 minutes by 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 conditions.
Catching an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CTA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to New York
177 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 420 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CTA to New York. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Once your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near JFK. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from CTA to New York at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York. August is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from CTA to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to New York:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.
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