Here are some essential tips to keep in mind before you finalize your flight booking.

Book in Advance: Generally, the earlier you book, the better the prices. Try to book your flights at least 4-6 months prior for international travel.

Be Flexible with Dates: If possible, be flexible with your travel dates. Flying mid-week or during off-peak hours can often result in lower fares. Utilize flight comparison tools that allow you to view prices for multiple dates.

Book One-Way Tickets: Choosing to book one-way tickets rather than roundtrip tends to be less expensive. It also provides the added advantage of flexibility, allowing you to fly back from a different airport and tailor your travel plans to better suit your preferences.

The optimal routes from New York/New Jersey

Directly to Sicily:

New York to Catania- *All flights are 1 stop*

Average price: $550-750 round trip economy to Catania

To Rome then Sicily: *the best option we have found*

New York to Rome Non-Stop then Rome to Catania

Average price- $450-550 round trip economy to Rome

Average price- $60-$100 round trip economy to Catania from Rome

To Naples then Sicily:

New York to Naples Non Stop then Naples to Catania

Average price- $550-650 round trip economy to Naples

Average price- $50-75 round trip economy to Catania from Naples

To Milan then Sicily:

New York to Milan Non Stop then Milan to Catania

Average price- $500-550 round trip economy to Milan

Average price- $50-60 round trip economy to Catania from Milan

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