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Cheapest round-trip
$48
Typical prices: $149-$263
Ryanair
Mon 11/12Wed 11/21
CTA - MAD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$28
Typical prices: $89-$197
Ryanair
Mon 12/10
CTA - MAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Ryanair and Iberia. Average duration is 3h 03m
Direct flights
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Iberia
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 29% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Milan Malpensa (MXP)
Cheapest • Avg $135 (round-trip)
Luqa Malta Intl (MLA)
Shortest trip • 5h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Catania to Madrid (CTA-MAD)

 

Cheap flights from Catania to Madrid with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 21
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9:15 pm - 12:15 amCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:05 am - 8:50 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$48Ryanair
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
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9:15 pm - 12:15 amCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:05 am - 8:50 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$56Ryanair
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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12:10 pm - 3:10 pmCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:05 am - 8:50 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$59Ryanair
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:15 pm - 12:15 amCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:45 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$60Ryanair
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:55 am - 8:55 amCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$61Ryanair
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:10 pm - 3:10 pmCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$62Ryanair
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:15 pm - 12:15 amCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:45 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$63Ryanair
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:55 am - 8:55 amCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$64Ryanair
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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12:10 pm - 3:10 pmCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:05 am - 8:50 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$68Ryanair
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:15 am - 12:15 pmCTA  Catania Fontanarossa-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 00mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:45 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
2h 45mnonstop
$72Ryanair

Price, demand and travel trends for Catania to Madrid flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Catania to Madrid?

Round-trip flights from Catania to Madrid typically range from $149 to $263. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $48, on Ryanair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Catania to Madrid?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Catania to Madrid. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Catania to Madrid?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Catania to Madrid at $141 round-trip.
•December ($271) and August ($256) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Catania to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from Catania to Madrid are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Catania to Madrid

 
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Marisa Garcia

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Key details for Catania to Madrid flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$28
The most popular month to fly with an average 6% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Catania to Madrid

When to book flights from Catania to Madrid

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Your Catania to Madrid flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Catania to Madrid?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Catania to Madrid:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:55 am and lands at 8:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 12:48 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 03m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Catania to Madrid?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Catania to Madrid.

  • How long is a flight from Catania to Madrid?

    A nonstop flight from Catania to Madrid takes 3h 03m, covering 1,020 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Catania to Madrid?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Catania to Madrid flight?

    Round-trip flights from Catania to Madrid range from $149 to $263, with an average of $199 over the past 12 months. Anything below $149 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Catania to Madrid flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $199 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Catania to Madrid?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $135 round-trip via Milan Malpensa (MXP), compared to $178 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Catania to Madrid?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $22–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Catania to Madrid?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • How are flight prices from Catania to Madrid looking right now?

    One-way fares from Catania to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $33, which is 76% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Centauro
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Catania to Madrid?

    Flights from Catania to Madrid usually depart from Catania Fontanarossa (CTA) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Catania to Madrid?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Catania to Madrid?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Catania to Madrid route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Catania to Madrid pass through?

    One-stop flights from Catania to Madrid most commonly connect through:

    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Luqa Malta Intl (MLA) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Catania to Madrid?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Catania to Madrid. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $162 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $273, a difference of $111.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Catania to Madrid?

    2 airlines operate flights between Catania and Madrid. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Ryanair
    • Iberia

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Catania to Madrid?

    Flying via Luqa Malta Intl (MLA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 41m, compared with 6h 37m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 7h 07m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

    Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and Estado Santiago Bernabéu. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Catania to Madrid flights?

    Among airlines operating Catania to Madrid flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection
    • Iberia: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Catania to Madrid flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Vueling: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Catania to Madrid flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $162, about $111 less than Friday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Catania to Madrid trip for October. Fares historically average $141 round-trip in that month - typically $130 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Iberia. Over the past three months, 89% of Iberia flights from Catania to Madrid arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 02m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $135 round-trip on this route - about $43 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madrid Barajas Airport.

    • Senator Barajas Hotel
    • ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
    • Hotel Tach Madrid Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Catania to Madrid?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Catania Fontanarossa to Madrid Barajas

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Ryanair

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to Catania Fontanarossa

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

Ryanair

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Saturday

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Sunday

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