Direct (nonstop) flights from Catania to Athens

2 airlines fly nonstop from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Athens International Airport (ATH). It's 487 miles (784 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Aegean Airlines, Ryanair.

CTA
Catania Fontanarossa Airport
🇮🇹 Catania, Italy
ATH
Athens International Airport
🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
487 mi
784 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Aegean Airlines +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines Ryanair Ryanair

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aegean Airlines A3 Aegean Airlines
Route
CTA → ATH
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
487 mi
Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
CTA → ATH
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
487 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Catania to Athens with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTA MLA (Malta) ATH
Leg 1: 50m (116 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (542 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+62% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTA → MLA
50m · 116 mi
View CTA to MLA flights →
Leg 2
MLA → ATH
1h 35m · 542 mi
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CTA TIA (Tirana) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 20m (368 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (329 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTA → TIA
1h 20m · 368 mi
View CTA to TIA flights →
Leg 2
TIA → ATH
1h 10m · 329 mi
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CTA HER (Heraklion) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 45m (582 mi) Leg 2: 50m (191 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+87% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTA → HER
1h 45m · 582 mi
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Leg 2
HER → ATH
50m · 191 mi
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CTA BRI (Bari) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (268 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (442 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTA → BRI
1h 10m · 268 mi
View CTA to BRI flights →
Leg 2
BRI → ATH
1h 30m · 442 mi
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CTA NAP (Naples) ATH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (555 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+91% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTA → NAP
1h 10m · 239 mi
View CTA to NAP flights →
Leg 2
NAP → ATH
1h 45m · 555 mi
View NAP to ATH flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Catania to Athens?

A nonstop flight from Catania (CTA) to Athens (ATH) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 487 miles (784 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Catania to Athens?

2 airlines: Aegean Airlines, Ryanair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Catania to Athens?

Yes. 2 airlines: Aegean Airlines, Ryanair.

How far is Catania from Athens?

The flight distance from Catania to Athens is 487 miles (784 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Catania and Athens?

Athens is 1 hour ahead of Catania. (Europe/Rome vs Europe/Athens.)

What type of aircraft flies from Catania to Athens?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Italy to Greece?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Greece embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Catania to Athens?

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Athens to Catania also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Catania to Athens?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Catania Fontanarossa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.