Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Catania is seven hours ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MSP to CTA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MSP and CTA:
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Currently, 287 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 781 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSP to CTA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77% of flights that depart Minneapolis St Paul Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Consider booking a hotel close to CTA if you're taking a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Catania Fontanarossa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, ECH or U-Save and chase adventure across Catania and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Catania Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
From Catania Fontanarossa Airport, Catania is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Catania in March.
The warmest month in Catania is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to CTA in February if you like travelling 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 cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Catania. Around 386 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Italy, head for Palermo, about 161 kilometres north-west of Catania. Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo are highlights.