Shortest Flight
Turkish Airlines
16 Sep, Wed03:45
Alexandria – Catania
5h 35m
1 stop
HBE–CTA
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Quick Flight Summary from Alexandria to Catania
Key numbers to know before you book
- Arrival airports CTA
- Best days to book Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days EGP 11,982
Cheapest flights from Alexandria to Catania
Turkish Airlines
9 Sep, Wed03:45
Alexandria – Catania
5h 40m
1 stop
HBE–CTA
Last update: 25 July 2026 03:55
Estimated Prices for Alexandria to Catania Flights
Key Features of the Airlines
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
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Transportation to Airport from Alexandria City Center
Borg El Arab Airport
The easiest ways to get to Borg El Arab International Airport from Alexandria city center are to take a taxi, use hotel shuttle service or rent a car. Since the traffic in Alexandria can be very heavy, you have to be careful and take the road a bit earlier in order not to miss your flight.
Taxi
You can easily get to Borg El Arab International Airport in about 1 hour by getting on a taxi in the city center. It is suggested that you get on a familiar taxi or ask your hotel to call a reliable taxi for you. You should definitely agree on the fare before getting on a taxi. You can bargain.
Hotel Shuttle
Some hotels in Alexandria offer airport shuttle service for their guests. You can benefit from this service, which is safer than taxis, by making a reservation in advance.
Car Rental
If you have rented a car for your travel, you can arrive at Borg El Arab International Airport in maximum 1 hour under normal traffic conditions by following a straight route through Mehwar Al-Ta’ameir and turning left from the airport turnaround.
Airport Information
Alexandria International Airport is located 7 km southeast of Alexandria city center. Alexandria International Airport has been closed because of major renovations since 2013 and all traffic has been transferred to Borg El Arab International Airport which is located 40 km southeast of the city. Borg El Arab International Airport, which previously offered service for domestic flights and cargo aircrafts, has been undertaking airline traffic of Alexandria and Nile Delta since 2013.
In addition to the airplanes flying from Turkey, Central Asia and North Africa, cargo aircrafts also land at Borg El Arab Airport. The airport, which is located 40 km of Alexandria city center, has all fundamental facilities despite of not being a large airport. At the airport, there are many facilities such as a lounge, duty-free shop, various stores selling souvenirs and clothes and a few cafes.
Transportation to Catania City Center from Airport
Fontanarossa Airport
Fontanarossa Airport in Catania, located in Italy's Sicily region, is only 4 kilometers away from the city center. The airport in Catania, which is the second largest city in the Italian island of Sicily, is not only the busiest airport in the region but also the sixth busiest airport all around the country.
With a wide range of transport option, the transportation network in Catania allows you to travel comfortably and fast in Catania offering a lot of alternatives to travel between the city and Fontanarossa Airport, which is close to the city center.
In addition to this, you can take advantage of numerous services before or after your flight, as well as you can enjoy your time with various activities that are available for you at the airport.
Taxi
You can get to the city center safely and comfortably thanks to the taxis that officially serve at Fontanarossa Airport. You can easily ask the taxi company's office inside the terminal building to get a taxi ready for you immediately after your plane arrives at the airport, or you can also prefer to take a taxi available in front of the terminal building.
Bus
Taking the bus is another option you can prefer to reach the city center from Fontanarossa Airport. You can get to the city center, which is easy to reach through many different bus lines, easily and economically by buses. You can reach the city center by taking advantage of AMT Alibus buses, which depart every 20 minutes from 5 am until midnight. This bus line follows a route consisting of the stops at Catania Railway Station, Martiri Liberta, Sicilia, Stesicoro, Etnea, Duomo, Borsellino Square, Muolino S Lucia, Colombo, Tempio, Faro Biscari and Asse dei servizi. In addition, there are also many bus lines you can prefer to travel to other areas outside the city center. You can take one of these buses that are available for you in front of the arrival terminal of Fontanarossa Airport depending on wherever you want to go.
Rent a car
Renting a car may be another option you can prefer to reach the city center from Fontanarossa Airport. This service, which is offered to those who want to travel comfortably and freely by a private car, is provided by the car rental companies at the airport. You can easily and quickly get to the city center by taking this option with the best rates and quality guaranteed cars. Among the car rental companies you can choose from are AP Transfers, Forzese, Hertz, Holiday, Hollywood, Italy and Locauto.
Catania Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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Saturday
8 Aug
34°25°
Sunday
9 Aug
34°25°
Monday
10 Aug
33°26°
Tuesday
11 Aug
33°26°
Wednesday
12 Aug
33°26°
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Alexandria-Catania flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Alexandria-Catania flights?
When you search for Alexandria-Catania flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Alexandria-Catania flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Alexandria-Catania flights?
Which airports can I use for Alexandria-Catania flights?
For Alexandria-Catania flights, you can use Borg El Arab Airport as departure airport, and Fontanarossa Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Alexandria-Catania and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Alexandria-Catania and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Alexandria-Catania is 1529 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Alexandria-Catania flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Alexandria-Catania flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Alexandria-Catania flights is Monday.
Alexandria-Catania: which airline is better value on this route?
Alexandria-Catania: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Turkish Airlines starts from approximately EGP 14,556.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Turkish Airlines | EGP 14,556 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 46 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 24.07.2026
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