Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport take 2 hours 11 minutes. Zurich and Catania are in the same timezone (UTC+1), so you won't need to change your watch after you land.
There are 6 flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport every week. Choose the 04:20 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd prefer to leave later, the latest flight from CTA to ZRH is at 22:40.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CTA and ZRH are:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Switzerland, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CTA to ZRH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport is $95. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $227. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag flight tickets from CTA to ZRH, book your trip 1 month ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Catania. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 45 minutes.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near CTA. Whether you're on an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Zurich in February.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10 ºC and 27 ºC. Book your flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CTA to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6 ºC and 7 ºC then.
More about Zurich
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Zurich right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from CTA to ZRH:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Zurich itinerary.
Complete your Zurich trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Zurich Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Zurich stay.
