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Travel Information
Language
Italian
Currency
EUR
Country code
39
Average car rental length
8 days
Economy car rental price
$22.99 / per day
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
70 - 90 km/h
43 - 56 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
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
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 19.91 USD per day
- From Catania to Comiso - 10 offers from 50.52 USD per day
- From Catania to Genoa - 136 offers from 19.91 USD per day
- From Catania to Naples - 159 offers from 19.91 USD per day
- From Catania to Milan - 118 offers from 28.41 USD 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 numerous toll roads in Italy. The exact fee depends on the route of your choice and the type of a vehicle. See the official Italian toll road website for more information. Use the website’s toll road calculator to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for using the toll roads on your planned route.
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
- 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 $50 per day
- Large cars - from $59 per day
- Medium cars - from $32 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $115 per day
- Small cars - from $22 per day
- SUVs - from $57 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.
Top 4 Cities near Catania
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Palermo Car Rentals from $8.83 per day190.6 km / 118.4 miles away
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Trapani Car Rentals from $19.30 per day232.2 km / 144.3 miles away
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Comiso Car Rentals from $24.11 per day66.3 km / 41.2 miles away
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Pantelleria Car Rentals from $6.58 per day283.9 km / 176.4 miles away
Top 6 Locations near Catania
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Catania, Downtown Car Rentals from $16.26 per day
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Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rentals from $7.90 per day
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Comiso Airport Car Rentals from $24.11 per day66.3 km / 41.2 miles away
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Palermo Airport Car Rentals from $8.83 per day190.6 km / 118.4 miles away
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Trapani Airport Car Rentals from $19.30 per day232.2 km / 144.3 miles away
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Pantelleria Airport Car Rentals from $6.58 per day283.9 km / 176.4 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in Catania?
Car rental prices in Catania vary a lot according to the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in Catania
The best month to rent a car in Catania is January (when prices for an Economy class start from $23.07). This is 50% cheaper than the yearly average and 79% cheaper than renting in December (when rental prices start at $108.84 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price.
What’s the usual rental length in Catania?
Travel lengths vary from month to month: in January, travelers rent a car for an average of 12 days in October, the average rental period is 5 days.
Average Rental Length in Catania
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Catania?
While travelers visit Catania year-round, the most popular month for renting a car is March, and the least popular is November.
Popularity of Car Rental in Catania by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicily By Car | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Opel Corsa | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Car2Move | Citroen C1 | 2 | Small cars | |
| Target Rent | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| Interrent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Interrent | Opel Corsa | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
RA
Australia
Ford C Max
October 15, 2019
We really enjoyed Siracusa and driving around the Sicilian coast. Taormina was a lovely place.
AB
Latvia
Fiat 500 CONVERTIBLE
October 10, 2019
Sicily is great place to rent a car. Definitely recommend! Good roads, not expensive toll roads, speed limit 130 km/hour. My advice to take a small car (we get Fiat 500), it will be easy to park it.
PS
Czech Republic
Fiat 500
September 15, 2019
When you rent Fiat 500, be always sure to lock and check the car (trunk of the car can by un/locked separately).
Enjoy Catania, its a safe and beautiful city, I lived it.
Pro tip: try spada and tuna carpaccio (and/or tartar) at Il Gambero Pazzo and at Vuciata - kitchen market 🇮🇲🇮🇹❤️
MK
United Kingdom
VW Golf
August 18, 2019
Very beautiful place sicily, but little expensive... and always be carfeul and on the watch when driving in towns or cities there, some seem not to adhere to traffic roles.
NH
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
August 7, 2019
Yes you definitely need a car to get around Sicily. Very necessary
SB
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
June 8, 2019
Sicily was a very interesting destination, the tiny hilltop towns were very interesting and each seemed to have friendly people willing to give private tours, including garages filled with carvings or selfies with tourists and stories about famous people like the mafia and musilini’s daughter (I think), like Nino who gave us some of his fortified wine and his address, pre-printed on a tiny piece of paper so we could send him the selfie! We stayed 3 days more than expected and didn’t see everything we wanted.
DD
Latvia
Ford Fiesta
June 5, 2019
worthy to buy insurance. streets are really narrow and people driving like hell (especially scooter drivers :)
JB
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
May 25, 2019
Driving in Catania for someone used to the UK can be very stressful. There is no concept of right of way or staying in your allocated lane. The roads are very busy and narrow in the centre. Parking on the street is free but high likelihood of damage. Parking at hotels averages 8euro per day so factor that into your costs.
TS
United Kingdom
Citroen C3 Picasso
October 30, 2018
Contrary to folklore, the general standard of driving was excellent. Satnav is essential for getting around small towns, but the in-car system provided was sufficient. We didn't go to Palermo, but in general motorways are still free, main roads are clear, minor roads can be potholed, town streets can be very narrow, but traffic generally is light.
JS
United Kingdom
Ford C Max
October 28, 2018
Driving on autostrada and countryside are fine, driving in towns and cities is quite an experience. The views are stunning.
BV
Australia
Citroen C3
October 13, 2018
Catania is a great place to explore
JM
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
October 11, 2018
By renting a car you can easily visit many resorts in Sicily. However, local drivers are insane. There appears to be no rules. Vehicles come at you from every direction. Cars rarely slow down or stop for pedestrians. Many roads have drops, no barriers, no road markings or signs.
MS
Sweden
Citroen DS3 Convertible
September 10, 2018
Mmmnn, give Sicily cities a skip and rather visit the little villages. Cities are extremely dirty and smelly whereas the villages are quaint, clean and so much to experience. Take full insurance - drivers are way crazy and reckless in Sicily.
WG
Malta
Citroen Jumper
August 30, 2018
We stayed in a very pleasant and very friendly farmhouse called Villa Casina dell'Etna. We went around to Mt. Etna, Etnaland, Gore di Alcantara, Ortigia etc. In the evening we spent most of the time in Nicolosi where the nightlife is quite good with very good restaurants and bars.
RA
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
August 14, 2018
Poor road surfaces at times. Main highway good.
Did not go into Catania.
GA
Luxembourg
Citroen C1
August 7, 2018
you should know how the sicilians drive and take full insurance :-)
RM
United Kingdom
Ford Mondeo STW
July 21, 2018
UK drivers need to remember a culture shift when first driving in Sicily - as far as the locals are concerned there are very few rules of the road to follow, so keep your wits about you!
Double check whether its unleaded or diesel when picking up car. Our car was diesel, but confusingly had a sticker indicating it took unleaded. We got it right, fortunately.
MT
United Kingdom
Fiat Scudo
July 13, 2018
Ragusa,Modica & Noto worth visiting for baroque architecture, Siracusa & Ortiga lovely & Etna worth a trip.Also Taormina nicer than Catania which is very congested & not particularly nice
GS
Malta
Opel Zafira
July 12, 2018
Nice place to visit great food. But too hot in summer to visit by walk. But overall nice holiday.
AS
United States of America (USA)
Citroen DS3 Convertible
June 13, 2018
If you are renting a car in Catania, make sure you pay for insurance, because they will check for every tiny scratch on the car.
Top 20 Suppliers in Catania in 2020
Interrent
+390645229545
Via Fontanarossa, 20, 95121 Catania CT
National
+39095346893
Aeroporto Catania-Fontanarossa, Via Fontanarossa, 95121 Catania CT
Optimo Rent
+39095340925
Via San Giuseppe La Rena Fondo 4 c/o VIP Car Park
Enterprise
+39095346893
AEROPORTO FONTANAROSSA, PALAZZINA AUTONOLEGGI
Alamo
+39095346893
Aeroporto di Catania V. Bellini, Via Fontanarossa, 95121 Catania
SIXT
+39095340389
Via Fontanarossa 20
Locauto
+39095346893
Aeroporto Fontanarossa, Partenze 20, 95121 Catania
Europcar
+39095434513
CORSO DELLE PROVINCE, 79/81
Keddy
+39095434513
V.LE VITTORIO VENETO 184/A
Target Rent
+390952884242
Via Pasubio, 10, 95127 Catania CT
Avis
+39095340500
Via Fontanarossa, 25, 95121 Catania CT
Budget
+39095340500
Catania Aeroporto FontanarossaAeroporto Fontanarossa
Sicily By Car
+39095349900 / +393489014626
Via Fontanarossa, 20, 95121 Catania CT
Centauro
+39958888180
Via San Giuseppe alla Rena Fondo 4, 95121 Catania CT
Noleggiare
+393928173940 / +39095348555
Aeroporto di Catania - Fontanarossa, Via Fontanarossa, 95121 Catania
GreenMotion
+390957111053
Via Antonello Da Messina 45, c/o Hotel Sheraton , Aci Castello 95021 CT
Interrent
+390689830777
Fontanarossa Airport
NuCarrentals
+393928173940
Angelo D'Arrigo Street
Goldcar
+34965233425 / +390645209634
Airport terminal
Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa
Via Fontanarossa, 20, 95121 Catania, CT, Italy
Ace Rent a car
+39095341893 / 3172487251
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