If you are leaving your car at Catania airport for two weeks, the real question is not just where to park, but what you will find when you land back: a flat battery, tyres that have taken a slight flat spot, or just needless worry for the whole trip. Here is what actually happens to a car left standing for two weeks, what to check before you fly, and what a car park near Catania Airport costs today for a stay this long.
What actually happens to a car left standing for two weeks
Two weeks will not damage a car in good condition, but it is long enough to trigger a few effects that apply to any extended parking, not just at an airport:
- Battery: modern cars keep alarms, control units and immobilisers drawing a small current even with the engine off. A battery that was already weak before departure can go flat after 10-15 days parked. A battery in good health normally holds, but this is the single most common reason for a call-out on return.
- Tyres: the contact patch can develop a slight flat spot if the car sits in the same position for a long time, especially if tyre pressure was low to begin with. It is almost always temporary and disappears after a few kilometres, but it is more noticeable if tyres were not at the correct pressure before parking.
- Parking brake: for a two-week stay you do not normally need special precautions. Follow your vehicle manufacturer's guidance and any instructions the car park gives you when you drop off the car.
Covered or uncovered: does it matter for a two-week stay?
For a short stay the difference is mostly comfort. For longer stays, a covered space reduces the car's exposure to direct sun, rain, dust and other weather, which is particularly useful in the hottest months. If you can choose between a covered and an uncovered space when booking, it is worth considering for a longer trip.
How much it costs to leave your car for 15 days
The rates published today (20 September 2026) on the Fast Parking price list are:
| Duration | Rate |
|---|---|
| 1-24 hours | €6.00 |
| 24-48 hours | €12.00 |
| 7 days | €42.00 |
The published rate starts at €6.00 a day, and the prices page lists €42.00 for seven days as an indicative figure. For a two-week stay you need to enter your real dates in the booking system, because the final price can vary with the period and availability. If you fly often or for long periods, ask about the Fast Parking Card when you book.
Pre-departure checklist for a two-week stay
- Inflate the tyres to the pressure shown in the handbook, not a guess.
- Leave the car in gear or in P: for the parking brake, follow your vehicle manufacturer's guidance and any instructions given by the car park at drop-off.
- Switch off or disconnect accessories that keep drawing power with the engine off, if your model allows it (a dashcam with its own battery, courtesy lights with long timers).
- Check whether a covered space is worth it for the period, especially in peak summer.
Travellers heading out through Fast Parking, about 500 metres from Catania Fontanarossa Airport, can drop off the car and reach the departures area on the free shuttle, available round the clock and on call for the return leg too.
Security while you are away
Over two weeks away from home, continuous surveillance matters more than it does for a one-day stay. It is worth reading what actually changes between a secure car park and one that is not, because "secure" does not mean the same thing at every car park.
Frequently asked questions
Does a car parked for 15 days always end up with a flat battery?
No. A battery in good condition, in a car with no unusual power drain, normally lasts two weeks without issue. The risk rises if the battery was already weak before departure or the car is more than 5-6 years old.
Is a covered space worth it for a two-week stay?
If your dates fall in peak summer or a spell of prolonged rain, yes: it reduces exposure to direct sun and damp on the bodywork.
Does leaving the parking brake on for two weeks damage the brakes?
Not normally. Correct parking brake use depends on the vehicle and conditions: follow your manufacturer's guidance and any instructions given by the car park when you drop off the car.
Check availability and price for your dates on the Fast Parking price list.