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Car Rental Catania Airport (CTA): No Deposit, No Credit Card

Cheap car hire at Catania Airport (Italy) from local companies: meet & greet in arrivals and full insurance options.

  • No Deposit
  • No Credit Card
  • Meet & greet
  • Full Insurance

Car Rental Catania Airport (CTA)

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is Sicily's busiest airport, just a few kilometres south of the city. Motorways lead north to Taormina and Messina, south to Syracuse and west across the island towards Enna and Palermo. Rental companies have desks in the terminal or shuttles to offices nearby. Taormina is about an hour away, Syracuse about 45 minutes and the slopes of Mount Etna within an hour, making the airport an ideal start for a tour of eastern Sicily.

Why rent a car at Catania Airport

  • Taormina about an hour north.
  • Syracuse about 45 minutes south.
  • Mount Etna's slopes within an hour.
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Car rental at Catania Airport: quick facts

Updated October 2026.

Price
About €29–€46 per day (estimate based on Spain, Croatia, Greece and Portugal).
Cheapest months
January and February.
Most expensive
July and August (book early).
Airport
Catania Airport (CTA). Meet & greet in arrivals or a free shuttle, depending on the company.
Deposit & card
No-deposit and no-credit-card cars from local companies (use the search filters).
Booking
Pay 15–20% online, the rest at pick-up. Free cancellation on many offers.
Driver age
Usually 21+ with 1 year of driving experience; some companies ask 23–25.
Driving
Drive on the right. Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 130 km/h on motorways (110 in rain).
Currency
Euro (EUR)

What's the price of car hire in Italy?

Estimate based on average prices in nearby Spain, Croatia, Greece and Portugal. Search your dates for exact prices.

€29est. in Jan
€37estimated yearly average
€46est. in Aug
  • Mini & economy€22–€44
  • Compact & SUV€30–€74
  • 7-seaters & 4x4€52–€92
  • Premiumfrom €75

Tip: in low season, the cheapest 7-day deals from local companies are often far below the monthly average. Search your dates to see them.

Cheap car rental tips

  • Book 7 days or more: the daily price drops a lot on longer rentals
  • Travel in January or February, the cheapest months
  • Book early for July and August
  • Compare airport and town pick-up, and filter for no deposit

Rental prices for popular cars in Italy by season

Approximate price per day.

CarSeatsBagsLow seasonHigh season
Fiat PandaMini41€22€34
Hyundai i10Mini41€22€34
Toyota YarisEconomy52€26€41
Peugeot 208Economy52€28€44
Volkswagen PoloCompact52€30€48
Dacia DusterSUV53€41€64
Nissan QashqaiSUV53€46€74
Suzuki Jimny4x441€52€83
Citroën Berlingo7-seater73€58€92
Fiat 500CConvertible41€49€78
BMW 3 SeriesPremium53€75€120

Estimated by car class from the estimated monthly averages for Italy (based on Spain, Croatia, Greece and Portugal), with low season = Jan and high season = Aug. Your price depends on dates, rental length and availability. See live prices.

Car rental prices in Italy by month

Estimated average price per day, all car classes.

Estimate: The lowest average rates in Italy are in January at about €29 per day, around 37% below August (€46), the most expensive month. The busiest period is July and August, at €45–€46 per day. April, May, November and December sit in between, at about €35–€38. The cheapest months to travel are January and February.

Average for all of Italy.

Monthly prices as a table
MonthEstimated price per day
January€29
February€30
March€30
April€35
May€38
June€41
July€45
August€46
September€43
October€41
November€36
December€35
Check prices for your dates

Best time to rent a car at Catania Airport

Car rental demand in Italy by month (share of cars booked).

Demand is highest in July, August and September. Book these months early, as no-deposit and automatic cars sell out first. The quietest months are January and December, when cars are easiest to find and cheapest.

Choose your car at Catania Airport

Every class from local companies. Tap a type to see live prices.

Small carsFiat 500, Toyota Aygo – mini rental carFiat 500, Toyota Aygo or similarEconomy carsCitroën C3, Toyota Yaris – economy rental carCitroën C3, Toyota Yaris or similarCompact carsRenault Megane, VW Golf – compact rental carRenault Megane, VW Golf or similarSUVsToyota RAV4, Nissan Qashqai – suv rental carToyota RAV4, Nissan Qashqai or similar4x4 & JeepsSuzuki Jimny – 4x4 / jeep rental carSuzuki Jimny or similarMinivansMercedes Vito, Ford Tourneo – 7-seater rental carMercedes Vito, Ford Tourneo or similarConvertiblesVW Golf Cabriolet, Fiat 500C – convertible rental carVW Golf Cabriolet, Fiat 500C or similarPremium carsMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series – premium rental carMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar

Best Car Rental Prices at Catania Airport

Fiat 500 Mini car

  • Manual
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
Fiat 500 rental car
Live prices
View deal
  • Airport pick-up
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Pay 15–20% now
  • No deposit
  • No credit card

Citroën C3 Economy car

  • Manual
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
Citroën C3 rental car
Live prices
View deal
  • Hotel delivery
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation
  • No deposit
  • Additional driver

Toyota RAV4 SUV

  • Automatic
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
Toyota RAV4 rental car
Live prices
View deal
  • Meet & greet
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Debit card
  • Full insurance
  • Child seats

* The prices shown in this section are for reference only and are not a binding offer. They are based on average prices of local rental companies in the cheapest month. Final prices depend on your dates, rental length, pick-up point, extras and availability. Features vary by company: use the filters in the search above.

Picking up at Catania Airport

Flying into Catania? Eastern Sicily's hub below Mount Etna, close to Taormina and Syracuse.

  • Meet & greet: many companies meet you in arrivals with a name sign.
  • Shuttle: others use a free shuttle to an office near the airport.
  • Add your flight number so the company waits if you're delayed.

No deposit, no credit card, full insurance

Car Rental Catania Airport No Deposit

  • Nothing blocked on your card
  • More budget for the trip
  • Quicker return
  • Low-deposit cars when zero isn't available

Car Rental Catania Airport No Credit Card

  • Pay with a debit card or cash
  • No credit card authorisation
  • Payment methods shown on each car
  • No hidden fees

Full Insurance at Catania Airport

  • TPL and CDW on most cars
  • Full coverage with zero excess
  • Cover shown before you pay
  • No surprises at the desk

Tip: no-deposit and no-credit-card cars are in high demand. If none show for your dates, use the “Low deposit” filter or choose “Debit card” as the payment method.

Driving in Italy

Speed limits

50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 130 km/h on motorways (110 in rain)

Alcohol limit

0.5 g/l (zero for drivers with under 3 years' experience)

Tolls

Autostrade are tolled. Many historic centres are ZTL zones closed to visiting cars, and fines are sent on via the rental company.

Traffic side

Drive on the right.

Parking and fuel in Italy

Parking

Blue lines are paid, white lines are free and yellow lines are for residents or permit holders. Never drive past a ZTL sign into a historic centre.

Fuel stations

Pumps marked “servito” cost more than “fai da te” (self-service). Many stations switch to self-service machines at night.

Nearby pick-up locations

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Car Rental Catania Airport: FAQ

How do I rent a car at Catania Airport?

Enter your pick-up place and dates in the search on this page and compare cars from local rental companies. Use the filters for deposit, payment method, insurance and gearbox, then book with a 15–20% advance online. Your voucher arrives by email straight away, and you pay the rest at pick-up.

Where do I collect my car at Catania Airport?

It depends on the company: many meet you in the arrivals hall with a name sign, others take you by free shuttle to an office near the airport. The exact instructions and the company's phone number are on your voucher.

What if my flight is delayed?

Add your flight number when you book. Most companies track arrivals and wait for you; call the number on your voucher if you are very late.

How much does car rental cost at Catania Airport?

Average prices at Catania Airport are not published yet. Based on nearby Spain, Croatia, Greece and Portugal, expect roughly €29 per day in January to €46 in August. Exact prices for your dates are shown live in the search.

Can I rent a car at Catania Airport with no deposit?

Yes, many local companies at Catania Airport offer cars with no deposit. Use the “No deposit” filter; if none are free for your dates, try “Low deposit”.

Can I rent a car at Catania Airport without a credit card?

Often, yes. Many companies accept a debit card or cash for the deposit and the balance. The accepted payment methods are listed on every car.

Are automatic cars available at Catania Airport?

Yes. Filter the results by gearbox. Automatics are fewer and sell out first in high season, so book early.

What documents do I need to rent a car at Catania Airport?

Your passport or ID, a driving licence held for at least one year (often two), and the booking voucher. Some licences also need an International Driving Permit; the requirements for your rental are shown in the booking terms.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Italy?

Usually 21 with at least one year of driving experience. Many companies ask for 23–25, and some add a young-driver fee.

Is full insurance available?

Most cars include third-party liability and CDW. Many companies offer full coverage with zero or reduced excess; the cover and excess are shown on each car before you book.

Can I return the car somewhere else?

Yes, where the company allows one-way rental. Choose a different drop-off location in the search to see those offers.

When is the best time to rent a car in Italy?

Demand is highest in July, August and September, so book early for those months. January and December are the quietest months, with the widest choice.

What should I know about driving in Italy?

Traffic drives on the right. Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 130 km/h on motorways (110 in rain). Alcohol limit: 0.5 g/l (zero for drivers with under 3 years' experience). Autostrade are tolled. Many historic centres are ZTL zones closed to visiting cars, and fines are sent on via the rental company.

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