There are 11 ways to get from London to Sicily by train, plane or bus
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train to London Gatwick, fly to Catania
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Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
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Fly from London Gatwick (LGW) to Catania (CTA)
10 alternative options
Fly London City to Catania
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Fly from London City (LCY) to Catania (CTA)
Fly London Stansted to Catania
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Fly from London Stansted (STN) to Catania (CTA)
Fly London Heathrow to Palermo
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Fly from London Heathrow (LHR) to Palermo (PMO)
Train to London Luton, fly to Catania
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Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
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Fly from London Luton (LTN) to Catania (CTA)
Train to London Gatwick, fly to Palermo
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Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
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Fly from London Gatwick (LGW) to Palermo (PMO)
Fly London Stansted to Palermo
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Fly from London Stansted (STN) to Palermo (PMO)
Fly London City to Palermo
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Fly from London City (LCY) to Palermo (PMO)
Train
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Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nord
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Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Milano Centrale
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Take the train from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini
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Take the train from Roma Termini to Palermo Centrale
Train, bus
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Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nord
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Take the bus from Paris to Napoli P.zza Garibaldi
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Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Bus
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Take the bus from London - Victoria Coach Station to Paris - Bercy Seine
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Take the bus from Paris - Bercy Seine to Milan
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Take the bus from Milan to Palermo
Questions & Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Sicily?
The cheapest way to get from London to Sicily is to fly which costs £50 - £290 and takes 6h 45m.
How do I get from London to Sicily the fastest?
The fastest way to get from London to Sicily is to train and fly. Taking this option will cost £45 - £270 and takes 5h 49m.
Is there a direct bus between London and Sicily?
No, there is no direct bus from London station to Sicily. However, there are services departing from London - Victoria Coach Station and arriving at Piazza Boiardo via Paris - Bercy Seine, Milan and Stazione Centrale - Pensilina Esterna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 25m.
Is there a direct train between London and Sicily?
No, there is no direct train from London to Sicily. However, there are services departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Palermo Notarbartolo via Gare du Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Milano Centrale, Roma Termini and Palermo Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 41m.
How far is it from London to Sicily?
The distance between London and Sicily is 1910 km.
How do I travel from London to Sicily without a car?
The best way to get from London to Sicily without a car is to train which takes 26h 41m and costs £230 - £600.
How long does it take to get from London to Sicily?
It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from London to Sicily, including transfers.
Where do I catch the London to Sicily bus from?
London to Sicily bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from London - Victoria Coach Station.
Where do I catch the London to Sicily train from?
London to Sicily train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Train, bus or fly from London to Sicily?
The best way to get from London to Sicily is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs £95 - £490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £230 - £600 and takes 26h 41m, you could also bus, which costs £120 - £270 and takes 46h 25m.
Launch map view
- Distance: 1910.2 km
- Duration: 5h 49m
What companies run services between London, England and Sicily, Italy?
Alitalia, KLM and five other airlines fly from London Bank DLR to Catania every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from London King's Cross to Palermo via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare De Lyon, Milano Centrale, Roma Termini, and Palermo Centrale in around 26h 41m.
Airlines
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €390
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 47m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €390
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 13m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €65 - €390
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €390
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 5m
- When
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €390
Flights from London Luton to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €550
Flights from London Luton to Catania via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 37m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €550
Flights from London Luton to Catania via Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 50m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €550
Flights from London Luton to Catania via Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 55m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €550
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 35m
- When
- Wednesday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 11m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from London Stansted to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Eindhoven
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Malta
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 5m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Bologna
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Stansted to Catania via Turin
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 45m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €650
Flights from London Luton to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €2600
Flights from London Luton to Catania via Malta
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 25m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €2600
Flights from London Stansted to Palermo
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €360
Flights from London Stansted to Palermo via Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €360
Flights from London Stansted to Palermo via Bologna
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 40m
- When
- Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €360
Flights from London Stansted to Palermo via Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €360
Flights from London Stansted to Palermo via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €360
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from London City to Catania via Milan Linate
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €360
Flights from London City to Catania via Milan Linate, Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €360
Flights from London Heathrow to Palermo via Milan Linate
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €500
Flights from London Heathrow to Palermo via Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 5h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €500
Flights from London City to Palermo via Milan Linate
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 46m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €550
Flights from London City to Palermo via Milan Linate, Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 30m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €600
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 5m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €350 - €1400
Flights from London Heathrow to Palermo via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- When
- Monday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €210 - €900
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €210 - €850
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from London City to Catania via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 20m
- When
- Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €550
Flights from London City to Palermo via Milan Linate
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- When
- Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €95 - €470
- Website
- flyulendo.com
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Venice
- Ave. Duration
- 7h
- When
- Monday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €650
Flights from London Heathrow to Palermo
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €210 - €900
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from London Gatwick to Catania via Florence
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Monday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €750
Flights from London Gatwick to Palermo via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €210 - €850
- Website
- luxair.lu
Flights from London City to Catania via Luxembourg
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 10m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €600
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from London Stansted to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €360
- Website
- jet2.com
Flights from London Stansted to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €160 - €370
- Website
- eurowings.com
Flights from London Heathrow to Palermo via Stuttgart
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €180 - €550
- Website
- wizzair.com
Flights from London Luton to Catania via Budapest
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 20m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €55 - €290
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from London City to Palermo via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €340 - €850
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from London City to Palermo via Florence
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €480
Train operators
- Phone
- +44 3451 27 29 20
- Website
- southernrailway.com
Train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 33 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €11 - €17
- Website
- https://www.southernrailway.com/
- Anytime Day Single
- €11 - €17
Comuter train
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First class interior
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Train Interior
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Exterior of Southern Railways train
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Train Exterior
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Train Exterior
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Train Exterior
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Train Interior
Wikimedia Commons
London Victoria
Wikipedia
- Phone
- +44 345 850 1530
- Website
- gatwickexpress.com
Train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €14
- Schedules at
- https://www.gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
- Website
- https://www.gatwickexpress.com/
- Anytime Day SIngle
- €14
- Phone
- 0345 026 4700
- Website
- thameslinkrailway.com
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €17 - €40
- Website
- https://www.thameslinkrailway.com/
- Anytime Day Single
- €17 - €25
- Anytime Day Single 1st Class
- €26 - €40
- Phone
- 03457 125 678
- Website
- eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
- Ave. Duration
- 24 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €16 - €80
- Website
- https://www.eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
- Schedules at
- https://www.eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/timetables
- Standard
- €16 - €23
- 1st Class
- €55 - €80
180 Adelante Train Exterior
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360 Desiro Train Exterior
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Class 158 Train Interior
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Class 222 Train Exterior
Wikipedia
Standard Class interior
Wikipedia
EMT Train Exterior
Wikipedia
EMT Train Exterior
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1st class EMT Interior
Wiki Commons
Ticket vending machine
BBC
Class 222 Meridian at St Pancras
Wikipedia
London St. Pancras
Wikipedia
King's Cross
Wiki
Rome2Rio's guide to Eurostar
Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 343 218 6186
- Website
- eurostar.com
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 19m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €120 - €350
- Website
- https://www.eurostar.com/rw-en
- Business Premier
- €320 - €350
- Standard
- €120 - €150
- Standard Premier
- €160 - €210
E320 London-Paris Standard class
Business Traveller
International departures
The Man in Seat 61...
Standard (2nd) class seats
The Man in Seat 61...
Exterior of Eurostar
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2nd Class
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The Eurostar through France
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1st Class Interior of Eurostar
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Eurostar at St Pancras
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London St. Pancras
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King's Cross
Wiki
Gare du Nord Entrance
Wikipedia
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Milano Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 42m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €120
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €100 - €115
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
- Phone
- +39 06 8937 1892
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €30 - €90
- Website
- https://www.italotreno.it/en
- Smart Economy
- €30 - €50
- Smart Low Cost
- €35 - €45
- Smart Flex
- €60 - €90
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 34m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €40 - €120
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
- Super Economy
- €40 - €55
- Base Standard
- €70 - €95
- Base Premium
- €85 - €120
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 12m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €50
Train from Roma Termini to Palermo Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 36m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €70
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €50 - €70
Train from Napoli Centrale to Palermo Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 12m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
Bus operators
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Paris to Napoli P.zza Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 23h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €120 - €180
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from London Victoria Coach Station to Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Paris to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 13h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €60 - €90
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Milan to Palermo
- Ave. Duration
- 21h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €110 - €170
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from London - Victoria Coach Station to Paris - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Paris - Bercy Seine to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €50 - €80
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- enquiries@megabus.com
- Website
- uk.megabus.com
Bus from London Victoria Coach Station to Paris Gare de Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://uk.megabus.com
- Schedules at
- https://uk.megabus.com/timetables
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- Phone
- (+39) 0923 98.11.20
- Website
- autoservizisalemi.it
Bus from Milan Lampugnano to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello
- Ave. Duration
- 21h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €60 - €90
- Schedules at
- autoservizisalemi.it
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
How long is the flight from London to Sicily?
The quickest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Airport is the direct flight which takes 3h 10m.
Where does the London to Sicily bus arrive?
London to Sicily bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Palermo station.
What is the time difference between London and Sicily?
Sicily is 1h ahead of London. It is currently 5:21 AM in London and 6:21 AM in Sicily.
Where does the London to Sicily train arrive?
London to Sicily train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Palermo Centrale station.
Which airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Airport?
British Airways, Vueling Airlines, Iberia and two other airlines offer flights from London Gatwick Airport to Catania Airport.
Where can I stay near Sicily?
There are 222+ hotels available in Sicily. Prices start at €29 per night.
How do I get to London City (LCY) Airport from London?
The best way to get from London to London City Airport is to tram which takes 21 min and costs £2 - £7.