Sicily: by plane, car or ferry
The largest island in the Mediterranean: Etna, baroque towns and a sea that stays warm into October. Fly to Catania or Palermo, or drive across the Strait of Messina on the constant short ferry.
What does a trip to Sicily cost this year?
The calculator compares flights from several airports, driving with real ferry prices, and shows the weather for every date.
What it costs right now
Transport price for 2 people with a bag, departing in the coming weeks, accommodation not included. Computed by our own planner from real flight and ferry prices. Values marked ~ are estimates. Calculated on 2026-07-24, check your exact dates in the calculator.
When to go
Italy's longest season: swimming works from May to late October. July and August can top 35 °C, so June or September is nicer for Etna and the cities. Winters are mild, November often stays above 20 °C.
| Month | Daily high | Sea | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 23 °C | 20 °C | ~6 |
| June | 29 °C | 24 °C | ~2 |
| July | 32 °C | 28 °C | ~2 |
| August | 33 °C | 29 °C | ~2 |
| September | 29 °C | 27 °C | ~7 |
Averages from the last 8 years (Open-Meteo). The calculator shows your exact week in more detail.
How to get there
Fly to Catania (east) or Palermo (west), both well served by low cost carriers. Driving means over 2,000 km plus the short Messina strait ferry, realistic only with an overnight stop. On the island plan for a rental, public transport barely exists outside cities.
Airports
- CTA · Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)
- PMO · Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo)
Car ferries
No ferry needed when driving here.
Distance
1,400 km from Prague as the crow flies. The calculator computes the real route, tolls and fuel.
Tip
Driving from Central Europe means over 2,000 km. Compare total travel time against a flight with a rental car, the difference is usually big.
Frequently asked questions
When is the sea warmest?
The sea is typically warmest in August, around 29 °C. Daytime air averages 33 °C.
Which airports serve it?
Nearest airports: Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania) (CTA), Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo) (PMO). The calculator compares fares to all of them at once, from Prague and Vienna alike.
Car or plane, which pays off?
Flying wins almost every time here: competition keeps fares low while driving costs two days and hundreds of euros in fuel and tolls. The car makes sense only for month long stays or serious gear.