Catania
Italy
Flights from Manchester to Catania
This ancient port city sits on Sicily’s east coast. The stunning Catania rests at the foot of Mount Etna, giving it an impressive backdrop of the spectacular volcano. If you want to experience authentic Sicilian life, world-class street food, and dramatic architecture, then add Catania to your travel list. The best time to fly from Manchester to Catania is May to June and September to October, when the weather is still warm but there'll be fewer crowds.
Hop on an easyJet or Jet2.com flight to travel from Manchester Airport to Catania. It doesn’t take long to get there with the Manchester to Catania flight time at around 3 hours 30 minutes.
Start off in the heart of the city at Piazza del Duomo, the most famous square. In the centre you’ll find the iconic lava-stone elephant statue Fontana dell'Elefante, the ultimate symbol of Catania. The Catania Cathedral, the city hall and the Diocesan Museum are all close by for you to re-live history and learn about the character of the city. As you look around, you’ll see the breathtaking Baroque architecture built mainly with dark grey and black volcanic rock.
With an extraordinary culinary scene also waiting to be explored, head over to the bustling fish market La Pescheria, full of traditional seafood stalls. The sights, smells and tastes of this market are unlike no other, so be sure to try the local catches. Other popular delicacies include street food like crisp arancini (rice balls), fresh horse meat dishes, and sweet ricotta-filled cannoli.
A trip to Catania wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Europe’s highest active volcano. You can either hike like a true adventurer or embark on a guided tour to see the amazing smoking craters and lava fields.
Essential Info | |
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Language: | Italian, Sicilian, English |
Currency: | Euro |
Time Zone: | GMT + 1 hour (2 hours in summer) |
Flight Time: | 3 hours 30 minutes |
Airport Code: | CTA |
Holiday Type: | City Break / Sightseeing / Summer Sun |
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