Flying from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Catania.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your CTA to TLV flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CTA and TLV include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
₹ 6,276 is the lowest price for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 13,472. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CTA to TLV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
68.69% of flights that depart Catania-Fontanarossa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport from central Catania, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CTA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider booking a hotel close to TLV if you're on a late Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and venture far and wide through Tel Aviv and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the busiest month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Tel Aviv in April.
Book your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to go to Tel Aviv during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CTA to TLV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Israel just waiting to be discovered. Around 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another essential stop in Israel. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.