Cheap Flights from Milan to Catania Starting at $17

More than 10 airlines operate flights from Milan to Catania, including LC Busre SAC, Air Malta, Ryanair, Mokulele Airlines, EasyJet, OpenSkies, ITA Airways, South African Express, Wizz Air, and Buzz. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $17, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Milan is served by three main airports with distinct roles. Milan Malpensa (MXP) is the international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carriers, and can be pricier on average than the other airports; it sits about 50 km northwest of central Milan and is commonly reached by the Malpensa Express train (35–50 minutes) or motorway shuttle buses (50–70 minutes), with fares typically in the mid-range for rail and lower for buses. Linate (LIN) is the closest to the city (about 7 km east) and often used for domestic and short-haul European flights by legacy carriers; travel by taxi or local bus is short (15–25 minutes) while bus/tram combinations can be cheap but slightly slower. Bergamo Orio al Serio (BGY), marketed as Milan Bergamo, is a budget-oriented airport popular with low-cost airlines and located roughly 45 km northeast of the city; coach transfers to central Milan usually take 50–70 minutes at economy fares, while a taxi can be faster but costlier. Pros: Malpensa offers wider international connectivity, Linate is most convenient for business trips, and Bergamo tends to be value-oriented. Cons: Malpensa is farther out, Linate has limited long-haul options, and Bergamo can involve longer ground transfers and variable comfort levels.

Catania–Fontanarossa (CTA) is Sicily’s main international gateway and typically handles a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines, making it a common choice for both long-haul and budget travelers. The airport sits just south of Catania city center—roughly 6–8 km away—so transfers are comparatively short; frequent city buses take about 20–30 minutes, taxis around 15–20 minutes, and shared shuttles or private transfers are also common, with fares varying by operator. As a relatively compact international airport, it can be convenient for quick transfers and offers a good range of basic services, though peak seasons may bring crowds and occasional delays. Overall, CTA can be efficient and cost-competitive, especially for tourists seeking easy access to both Catania and eastern Sicily.