Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Eastern Sicily's fixed-wing airport reference for Catania, Etna and Taormina travel.
Search aircraft on LineaumCatania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA/LICC) is the fixed-wing airport reference for Catania and eastern Sicily. It provides access to Mount Etna, Taormina and the region’s commercial and leisure destinations.
Local conditions and the final road journey can affect the schedule. Confirm them with the aircraft and dates in the enquiry.
- Distance
- Approximately 7km southwest of central Catania
- Runway
- 2,438m / 7,999ft
- Operating
- Airport and handling arrangements should be confirmed for the selected movement.
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- Customs and immigration arrangements should be confirmed for international travel.
- FBOs
- 1 listed
Private aviation suitability
Catania Fontanarossa is the fixed-wing airport reference for private travel to eastern Sicily.
- Catania and eastern Sicily
- Mount Etna and Taormina access
- Sicilian business and leisure travel
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- 2,438m / 7,999ft
- Published hours
- Airport and handling arrangements should be confirmed for the selected movement.
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- Customs and immigration arrangements should be confirmed for international travel.
- ICAO
- LICC
- IATA
- CTA
- Facility type
- airport
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 08/26
- Length
- 2,438m
- Width
- 45m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- Other constraints
- Volcanic activity, weather, handling, permits and island road transfers can affect the plan.
FBO and handling
The providers listed here are identified in airport or authority information; confirm current availability and services for the movement.
Catania business aviation handling
- Passenger handling
- Trip support
- Ground transport coordination
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- light and midsize business aircraft
- selected larger aircraft where approved
Aircraft performance, weather, airport coordination and the final transfer must be confirmed.
Access to Catania
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- Approximately 7km southwest of central Catania
- Planning note
- Road time to Taormina, Mount Etna and other Sicilian destinations depends on traffic and the final address.
Destination served
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Frequently asked questions: CTA
What are the airport codes for Catania?
Catania Fontanarossa Airport uses IATA code CTA and ICAO code LICC.
Is Catania useful for Taormina and Mount Etna?
Yes. Catania is the fixed-wing airport reference for eastern Sicily, including Taormina and Mount Etna, subject to the final road transfer.
Can I charter from Catania to Milan?
Yes. Catania–Milan is a published route guide, with aircraft, handling and dates confirmed for the requested itinerary.
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