# CTA — Catania-Fontanarossa Airport > Machine-readable reference for CTA. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/cta HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/cta Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/cta.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/CTA.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-14T06:58:29.963+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Catania-Fontanarossa Airport - IATA: CTA - ICAO: LICC - City: Catania - Country: IT (IT) - Timezone: Europe/Rome - Distance from city: 6 km (3.7 mi) southwest of Catania - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 2 - Official website: https://www.aeroporto.catania.it ## Overview Welcome Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), located 6 km southwest of Catania, is a unique entry point to Sicily with a distinctive operational division. Its compact design splits between a principal Terminal A and a low-cost satellite, Terminal C, creating a dichotomy in traveler experience depending on your airline choice. As one of Sicily’s most leisure-intensive airports, CTA offers a straightforward footprint but tends to crowd during peak tourist seasons, particularly due to its significant EasyJet operations. At a glance With two terminals, CTA serves as a functional gateway primarily for leisure travelers heading to the rich cultural tapestry of Sicily. It is recognized as the busiest airport on the island, often bustling with a unique mix of travelers attracted by its seasonal spikes. Terminal A handles larger airline operations, including Ryanair, Lufthansa, and KLM, while Terminal C is dedicated solely to EasyJet flights, offering a streamlined experience for budget travelers. Terminals & layout The terminal layout at CTA is relatively simple with Terminal A being the main hub of activity, offering 22 gates and a variety of services. Terminal C, although smaller, effecti… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal A** — 22 gates · airlines: Ryanair, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, British Airways URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/terminals/a - **Terminal C** — airlines: EasyJet, Eurowings, Volotea URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/terminals/c ## Dining (1) - **Cafe’s** — A · Food · $ · Lun - Dom – 05:00 - 21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/restaurants/cafe-s-a ## Lounges (2) - **VIP Lounge "Angelo D'Arrigo"** — A · access: Premium cardholders, Day pass · 05:00 – 23:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/lounges/vip-lounge-angelo-d-arrigo-a - **VIP Lounge ITA "Piazza Bellini"** — A · access: ITA Airways passengers, Day pass · 04:00 – 21:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/lounges/vip-lounge-ita-piazza-bellini-a ## Shops (23) - **Aelia Duty Free** — A · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/aelia-duty-free-a - **Aelia Duty Free – Extra Schengen** — A · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/aelia-duty-free-extra-schengen-a - **Bottega dei Sapori** — A · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/bottega-dei-sapori-a - **Briciole** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/briciole-a - **Cafe’s** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/cafe-s-a - **Camomilla** — A · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/camomilla-a - **Di Strada** — A · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/di-strada-a - **Goodbuy Sicily – Air Side** — A · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/goodbuy-sicily-air-side-a - **Goodbuy Sicily – Land Side** — A · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/goodbuy-sicily-land-side-a - **Gutteridge** — A · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/gutteridge-a - **I dolci di Agata** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/i-dolci-di-agata-a - **La terrazza** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/la-terrazza-a - **Mcdonald’s** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/mcdonald-s-a - **Relay** — A · Travel Essentials URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/relay-a - **Scirocco** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/scirocco-a - **Sfizio** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/sfizio-a - **Sfizio – Air Side** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/sfizio-air-side-a - **Sicilia’s – Air Side** — A · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/sicilia-s-air-side-a - **Sicilia’s – Land Side** — A · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/sicilia-s-land-side-a - **Sparkling bar – Contadi Castaldi** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/sparkling-bar-contadi-castaldi-a - **The Place #Catania** — A · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/the-place-catania-a - **Truestar** — A · Electronics URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/truestar-a - **Zagarà** — A · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cta/shops/zagara-a ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Terminal C is your go-to if you're flying EasyJet. It's their dedicated satellite, so checking in elsewhere will only cost you time. - _Avoid_: If traveling by car or taxi, aim directly for Terminal A unless indicated otherwise by your airline. This terminal handles the bulk of operations. - _Quiet_: Be mindful of floor levels; arrivals are on the ground and departures are one floor up. This simple layout trick can save you from unnecessary wandering. - _Local_: Dive into local culture with outlets like Goodbuy Sicily located in Terminal A, where you can pick up authentic local memorabilia and snacks. - _Time_: Walking between Terminals A and C is feasible and often faster than waiting for a transport service; maximize your time and navigate by foot. - _Money_: Consider the VIP lounges in Terminal A for a relaxing pre-flight experience. A bit of splurge can go a long way in comfort. - _Avoid_: Peak times at CTA can be hectic. Plan your journey with extra time to account for potential crowd-related delays. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/CTA.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/cta/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/cta/departures — HTML page with live departures