Munich to Catania Flights

Flights From Munich

Munich is both the capital and the largest city in the state of Bavaria in Germany. It's one of the favored destinations for expatriates in the world. When travelers require cheap flights from Munich, they fly out of the Franz Josef Strauss International Airport. Serviced by Aeroflot, Air France, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines among others, the airport handles more than 30 million passengers a year. This makes it the world's 12th-busiest airport in the transport of international passengers, with many flights available for reservations through Orbitz.com.

Parking at the Franz Josef Strauss International Airport

Drivers to the airport can park at the underground garages P1 to P4 for short-term parking or the multi-story car parks P5, P7 and P8 for longer stays. The cost for short-term parking is about $5 for 30 minutes and long-term about $31.50 a day.

Transportation to Munich Airport

Getting to the Munich Airport is easy thanks to the S1 connection on the Munich suburban railway. The trip from the city center to the airport takes about 45 minutes to complete. The Lufthansa Airport Bus travels from downtown Munich, taking about 40 minutes and departing every 20 minutes for the airport at a cost of $13. Taxis can also be taken to the airport, with a drop-off service available in front of Terminal 2. Taxis are metered, with costs varying according to source location.

Breakfast Before Leaving

The Franz Josef Strauss International Airport offers several dining options, including the Airbrau Next to Heaven in Terminal 2 and, for those on a budget, the Allresto Snack Bar in Terminal 1. Those looking for a restaurant in town to eat breakfast at before leaving the city should try the Guglhupf Café. The café offers delicious German breakfast food for one last taste of the traditional for travelers before catching their cheap flights from Munich arranged through Orbitz.com.

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport

Before you pack your suitcase and head to Sicily, let Orbitz.com find you cheap flights to Catania. Orbitz searches flights from various airlines to find sales and low-cost tickets. The Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is located on the island of Sicily, approximately three miles from Catania. Multiple airlines service the airport, including Alitalia, Air France, Air Berlin and Air Italy.

Transportation from the Airport

The AMT Alibus takes passengers from the airport into the city. The bus operates every 20 minutes, from 5:00 a.m. until midnight. Bus tickets cost approximately $2.50. Taxicab services are provided by Radiotaxi. The cab ride into Catania takes 15 minutes and costs approximately $30. If you'd rather have your own vehicle so you can explore Sicily at your own pace, you can use Orbitz.com to reserve a rental car. Once you have your car, you can take the A19, E45 or the 415 Roadway into Catania.

Climate in Catania

The summer temperatures in Catania range from the low 60s to the high 70s. While it's slightly colder during the winter months, the winter weather isn't harsh. Winter temperatures range from the low 40s to the low 50s. Catania has the most rainfall during the autumn and winter seasons; however, the rain leaves just as quickly as it comes. If you want to miss the rain altogether, use Orbitz.com to book your trip in the spring or summer.

Highlights and Attractions

Piazza Duomo, Monastero dei Benedettini and Mount Etna are major tourist attractions in Catania. The Orbitz.com website does more than find cheap flights to Catania. You can use the website to purchase tickets to area attractions or schedule guided tours of the city.