Milazzo and the Aeolian Islands
From Catania Airport: about 141 km, about 1 h 55.
- Catania, Palermo and Trapani airports
- Sedans, vans and a coach for up to 27
- Private Mount Etna and island tours
- Free cancellation up to 120 hours before
Routes and prices to Milazzo and the Aeolian Islands
6 routes available
By car to Milazzo port
Hydrofoils and ferries leave Milazzo for the Aeolian Islands, a UNESCO site since 2000: Lipari, Vulcano, Salina and the other islands. The port is about 141 km from Catania Airport. You buy the boat ticket separately, and the shipping company sets the times and sailings.
A private transfer to Milazzo drops you at the port, where cars are allowed to stop, by sedan or by van for up to 8. Standard Sedan 260 EUR, per vehicle. See Catania Airport and tours.
In brief: getting to Milazzo and the Aeolian Islands
How far is Milazzo port from Catania Airport?
About 141 km by road, about 1 h 55 in the traffic of an ordinary day. From Taormina it is 85 km, about 1 h 25. From Port of Messina it is 40 km, about 46 minutes.
How much from Catania Airport to Milazzo port?
260 EUR by Standard Sedan and 300 EUR by Standard Van for up to 8, about 1 h 55. It is a fixed price per vehicle, shown in the form before you book; the ride ends at the port and you buy the hydrofoil ticket yourself.
We start from Taormina or Messina: can you take us to Milazzo?
Yes: from Taormina 185 EUR by Standard Sedan, about 1 h 25; from the Messina cruise port 100 EUR. Type your starting address in the form and pick a pickup time that leaves a margin before the boat sails.
Frequently Asked Questions.
About 1 h 55 when traffic is regular; at rush hour leaving the cities and in summer towards the seaside towns it takes longer. Your driver picks the road for the traffic of the moment and follows the real time of your flight.
From Catania Airport to Milazzo port 260 EUR by Standard Sedan, 300 by Comfort Sedan (1-3 people), 300 by Standard Van (up to 8 people) and 350 by Premium Van (up to 7 people). You pay per vehicle, not per person: the fixed price shows in the form before you book and is locked at booking. For pickups from 19:30 to 7:00 the 50 % night supplement is already included in the form's price.
Yes: the car or van is only for you and the people travelling with you, with no other passengers and no stops you did not ask for. Up to 3 people by sedan, up to 8 by van.
The vehicle, the driver, fuel and luggage: one suitcase and one hand bag per person; if you bring more, say so when you book. Child seats are on request and added in the form.
Yes: add the return in the form and the return trip is 10 % off, already worked out in the price you see.
You choose how to pay in the form when you book, among the methods the form offers. The price is the one confirmed at booking.
Yes, at no cost up to 120 hours before the transfer. To change the time or the address call or message us on WhatsApp on +39 392 177 4905.
Yes: the Giuntabus runs from the airport to Milazzo port for 13 EUR, with 10 runs a day until 31 October 2026 and 3 after that date, according to the timetables read in October 2026. By car you leave as soon as you land, even if your flight is late.
Book a second transfer from Milazzo port: to Catania Airport it is 260 EUR by Standard Sedan. In the notes add the boat and its landing time, and choose a flight with a wide margin, because sailings can change.
Yes: from Palermo Airport to Milazzo port 400 EUR by Standard Sedan, about 3 h 05, per vehicle. It is a long drive along the north coast; you ask the driver for short breaks as you go.
Your trip to Milazzo and the Aeolian Islands
Type where you start and your arrival address: the form shows the fixed price of every vehicle, locked when you book.
