Car Rental in Catania
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Travel Information
Why rent a car in Catania?
Catania is a good place to visit by car. There’s plenty to explore in all parts of the city, and having your own ride will also let you to visit nearby villages, beaches, and other interesting sites.
Taking a rental car to the mainland: Most hire companies at Catania Airport allow their cars to be taken between Sicily and mainland Italy. Usually, travelers make this a one-way trip (that is, not returning to Siciliy or not returning to the mainland). There is an additional fee for this, though it is not large percentage-wise if hiring a car for a week or

One-Way Car Rentals in Catania
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Catania and drop off in another city include:
- From Catania to Palermo - 171 offers from € 18.05 per day
- From Catania to Comiso - 10 offers from € 45.81 per day
- From Catania to Genoa - 136 offers from € 18.05 per day
- From Catania to Naples - 159 offers from € 18.05 per day
- From Catania to Milan - 118 offers from € 25.76 per day
Top ways to enter Catania
- Catania Airport: Located just 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from the city center, Catania Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers every year.
- Comiso Airport: The small and cozy Comiso Airport is located about 85 km (53 mi) from Catania and provides connections with both domestic destinations and countries like Malta, the United Kingdom, Belgium, and Germany.
Useful city facts
- Catania enjoys extremely hot summers, with temperatures often exceeding 30 °C (86 °F). Winters are mild and see significantly more precipitation than summers.
- Catania is famous for its cuisine, and many iconic Italian dishes like Pasta alla Norma originate in the city.
Top destinations and activities
- The city center. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Catania’s center has some of the most impressive baroque architecture in the whole Italy. Important sites like Piazza del Duomo square with its Elephant Fountain and Sant’Agata Cathedral that houses Diocesan Museum.
- Roman Theater. First made by Greeks, then rebuilt by Romans, the theater and the neighboring Odeon are reminders of the civilizations that once populated Catania.
- Via Etnea. This avenue, often called Las Ramblas of Catania after its famous Barcelona counterpart, is the most active part of the city, thanks to its central location, many attractions, and beautiful architecture.
Traffic and parking tips
- The speed limit in cities is 50 km/h, although in certain areas the speed limit may be reduced to 30 km/h.
- Main highways are limited to 130 km/h, non-major highways to 110 km/h, and local roads to 90 km/h. During the rain the limits are respectively lowered to 110 km/h, 100 km/h, and 80 km/h. The general speed limit is lowered to 50 km/h during heavy fog or other cases of bad visibility.
- The insurance and car documentation needs to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.00% for novice drivers. Being over the allowed limit can result in hefty fines and even imprisonment.
- The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112.
Toll roads
There are two toll roads on Sicily — the A18 between Catania and Messina and the A20 between Palermo and Messina. The A19 between Palermo and Catania is not tolled.
The toll gates accept credit cards, cash, and Telepass. Most rental companies in Siciliy do not provide Telepass transponders with their cars. Keep in mind that you cannot use your own Telepass unless the license plate of the car is registered to it — contact Telepass to see if you can do this or not. In any case, you can always pay for the tolls in cash or with a credit card.
Ideas for a day-trip
- Mount Etna. With its solid lava rivers and dramatic views of the city below, the famous volcano is fascinating place to explore. Do keep in mind that its summit is more than 3000 m (9840 ft) above sea level, therefore it’s always cold there. The mountain’s northern side, Etna Nord, cannot be reached by public transportation, so you’ll need your own rental car.
- The Riviera dei Ciclopi. Northeast of Catania, these three villages are as rich in legends and cliff top castles as they are in atmosphere.
- Ragusa. With history on every step, nearby Ragusa is one of Sicily’s most interesting inland cities.
Most popular rental types and cars
The most popular rental car in Italy is the Fiat Panda, although travelers also tend to pick the Ford Fiesta and the Fiat 500 a lot. The most popular rental car types are economy, mini, and compact.
Further destinations
For more about traveling around Sicily with a rental car, check out our complete guide.
- Palermo: Sicily’s capital and Catania’s rival, Palermo is famous for its churches, ships, and wines.
- Inland Sicily: Most travelers only explore the perimeter of Sicily’s coastline, but traveling into its wild and hospitable heart.
- Mainland Italy: Large and diverse, the mainland can be reached in just a couple of hours and make for a great next stop on your vacation.
Car Rental Prices in Catania
- Station wagons - from $197 per day
- Large cars - from $185 per day
- Medium cars - from $129 per day
- Vans - from $395 per day
- Small cars - from $97 per day
- SUVs - from $152 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
There are many things you can do to get a good rental deal in Catania:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Catania is the cheapest in January when renting a car is about 57% cheaper than the yearly average.
- Check out our list of the best rental companies in Catania.
Top 15 Cities near Catania
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168.3 km / 104.5 miles away
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Trapani Car Rentals from $160.48 per day232.0 km / 144.2 miles away
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Comiso Car Rentals from $106.15 per day73.0 km / 45.4 miles away
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78.2 km / 48.6 miles away
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Taormina Car Rentals from $189.33 per day39.0 km / 24.2 miles away
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Pantelleria Car Rentals from $86.78 per day288.0 km / 179.0 miles away
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Cefalu Car Rentals from $181.42 per day110.3 km / 68.5 miles away
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Agrigento Car Rentals from $137.50 per day135.6 km / 84.3 miles away
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Pozzallo Car Rentals from $106.15 per day92.9 km / 57.7 miles away
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Avola Car Rentals from $92.30 per day68.5 km / 42.6 miles away
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Capo d'Orlando Car Rentals from $13.44 per day77.0 km / 47.8 miles away
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95.6 km / 59.4 miles away
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Carini Car Rentals from $137.50 per day181.1 km / 112.5 miles away
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Catania - Sicily Car Rentals from $137.50 per day3.4 km / 2.1 miles away
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133.0 km / 82.6 miles away
Top 11 Locations near Catania
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Catania North Car Rentals from $160.48 per day1.3 km / 0.8 miles away
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Catania Port Car Rentals from $189.33 per day2.9 km / 1.8 miles away
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Catania Sant'Agata li Battiati Car Rentals from $137.50 per day3.4 km / 2.1 miles away
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Catania San Giuseppe la Rena Car Rentals from $178.36 per day5.8 km / 3.6 miles away
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Catania-Fontanarossa Airport Car Rentals from $25.15 per day7.0 km / 4.3 miles away
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Comiso Airport Car Rentals from $106.15 per day73.0 km / 45.4 miles away
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Pozzallo Port Car Rentals from $106.15 per day92.9 km / 57.7 miles away
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Palermo Airport Car Rentals from $25.15 per day190.3 km / 118.3 miles away
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Trapani Airport Car Rentals from $33.38 per day233.4 km / 145.0 miles away
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Trapani Port Car Rentals from $99.71 per day233.9 km / 145.4 miles away
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Pantelleria Airport Car Rentals from $86.78 per day288.0 km / 179.0 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
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Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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Sicily By Car | Opel Karl | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Maggiore | Lancia Ypsilon | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
ACARENT | Citroen C1 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Viaggiare | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Viaggiare | Fiat Panda | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Brent | Toyota Aygo | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Brent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
Brent | Fiat Panda | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Brent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Ecovia | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
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Top 36 Suppliers in Catania in 2022



































