CAR HIRE CATANIA

Terminals at Catania Airport 

There is one main terminal building at the airport. It handles both arrivals and departures. Due to the increase of passengers it will need to be enlarged to accommodate more travelers. The airport is known for being very efficient and up to date with its compulsory safety and inspection checks.

Getting to Catania Airport 

Catania Fontanarossa Airport is located on the east of Sicily. The E45 road passes through the city centre. To the north is Acireale and Sant'Agata Li Battiati and eventually Giarre near Riposto.

To the west along the A19 road is Catenanuova and Calascibetta, in Enna. The SP70 from the west travels directly into the heart of the city and stops near to the pier. 

To the south is the E45 road. This then turns into smaller, less refined roads such as the SS114 towards Lentini and Carlentini. 

The west and south takes you down the SS194, which goes to Francofonte and is a great drive in your Car Hire Catania Airport vehicle. 

Parking at Catania Airport 

There are 1,022 car parking spaces at the airport, 20 of which are designated for disabled users. Payment is taken at the cashier's desk and can be made by credit card, cash or checks. There are long and short term spaces with a sliding payment scale dependent on the duration.

Facilities at Catania Airport 

There are duty free shops at Catania which sell discounted clothing, spirits, tobacco and confectioneries. There are also shops selling newspapers, magazines and maps. 

There are many restaurants which are open all day and serve hot and cold food. There are bars selling alcohol and are fully licensed. 

Wifi Internet is available from the customer services desk. Payment can be made by credit card or cash. In the business departure lounge Wifi is free of charge.

There are public telephones and currency exchange in the terminal building. Most currencies can be changed for Euros. Car parking is available nearby.

What's close to Catania Airport?

In Catania, the predominately Baroque architecture is fascinating to see. There are churches and most of the buildings are styled this way. Visit these beautiful constructions in your Car Hire Catania Airport vehicle.

Mount Etna is close by, the largest volcano in Europe and it is an interesting place to visit. It has reshaped the city below it many times over time. 

La Plaja is the sandy beach running along the coast near to the city. Many tourists go there to sun bath and take part in water based sports such as surfing. 

Every morning except Sundays, in the city center there are markets selling fresh fish, as well as new clothing.