Catania to Amsterdam (CTA–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
HV5218
HV Transavia
73H
9:30 AM
CEST TC
12:40 PM
CEST
3h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
HV5216+1
HV Transavia
73H
10:40 AM
CEST TA
1:50 PM
CEST
3h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SK6841cs
SK S
73J
5:00 PM
CEST TA
8:05 PM
CEST
3h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KL1672+1
KL KLM
73H
5:00 PM
CEST TA
8:05 PM
CEST
3h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
HV5217
HV Transavia
73H
5:50 AM
CEST T1
8:40 AM
CEST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
HV5215
HV Transavia
73H
6:28 AM
CEST T1
9:12 AM
CEST
2h 44m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KQ913cs
KQ Kenya
73H
12:35 PM
CEST T1
3:25 PM
CEST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SK6840cs
SK S
73H
1:20 PM
CEST T1
4:10 PM
CEST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KL1671+4
KL KLM
73H
1:20 PM
CEST T1
4:10 PM
CEST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Catania to Amsterdam
1 carrier, 20 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 20 Flights/wk 1,140 mi 3h 5m nonstop 59 1-stop hubs

CTA–AMS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Transavia leads the route. The flight covers 1,140 miles in approximately 3h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 59 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CTA–AMS service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
HV Transavia Also: KL 11 73H 3h10 KL
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) – HV, KL
73J Boeing 737-900ER – SK
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: HV (11 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CTA to AMS direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
20
Outbound / wk
22
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CTA to AMS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
59
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
5,472
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Catania

Nearby airports with service to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Metric CTA→AMS MLA→AMS PMO→AMS
Distance from CTA 116 mi 118 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 4 2
Weekly flights 20 28 10
Flight time 3h 5m 3h 15m 2h 50m
Airports within 200 miles of CTA with service to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Amsterdam is 0 hours the same as Catania.
CTA: CEST · AMS: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Catania, it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Distance & Flight Time
1,140 mi / 1,835 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 5m to 3h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Both Italy and the Netherlands are EU and Schengen member states. Italian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in the Netherlands without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.

Getting from AMS

Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).

Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).

Amsterdam Climate

Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.

Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.

CTA–AMS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Catania to Amsterdam route.
Route details
Distance1,140 mi / 1,835 km
Flight time3h 5m to 3h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights20 out / 22 return
1-stop connections59 hubs
Origin: CTA
IATA / ICAOCTA / LICC
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr12.3M
Elevation39 ft / 12 m
Destination: AMS
IATA / ICAOAMS / EHAM
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Passengers/yr66.8M
Elevation-11 ft / -3 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CTA to AMS flights.
Nonstop flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol take approximately 3h 5m to 3h 10m. The route covers 1,140 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Transavia. Plus 2 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 20 nonstop flights per week from CTA to AMS. The return direction has about 22 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ORY, TIA, SSH, GVA, TFS, VRN, BUD, PSA, NAP, BLQ, BRU, BRI, ATH, FLR, LIN, VNO, ARN, TRN, DUB, MRS, ZRH, MXP, STN, MLA, FCO, WAW, VCE, CDG, CPH, PRG, OSL, KRK, OTP, STR, RIX, DUS, VIE, LUX, BSL, MUC, GOA, MAD, LTN, SVQ, FRA, LGW, HEL, IST, BCN, BER, BHX, BRS, JFK, MAN, CMN, EDI, CAG, DXB and SOF. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from AMS to CTA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MLA and PMO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CTA to AMS

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from Transavia. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

CTA to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CTA to AMS ranges from 3 hours 5 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,140 miles (1,835 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

59 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ORY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valletta (MLA) and Palermo (PMO).