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Flight deals from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,590. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 877 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 877, select.
Istanbul.R 1,160 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,160, select.
Istanbul.R 1,178 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,178, select.
Istanbul.R 1,201 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,201, select.
Istanbul.R 1,233 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,233, select.
Istanbul.R 1,302 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,302, select.
Istanbul.R 1,323 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,323, select.
Istanbul.R 1,351 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,351, select.
Istanbul.R 1,353 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,353, select.
Istanbul.R 1,450 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,450, select.
Istanbul.R 1,454 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,454, select.
Istanbul.R 1,465 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,465, select.
Istanbul.R 1,468 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,468, select.
Istanbul.R 1,469 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,469, select.
Istanbul.R 1,469 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,469, select.
Istanbul.R 1,508 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,508, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Istanbul Sabiha flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from R 1,178
Jun
from R 1,201
Jul
from R 1,454
Aug
from R 877
Sep
from R 1,351
Oct
from R 1,323
Nov
from R 1,465
Dec
from R 1,469
Jan
from R 1,160
Feb
from R 1,468
Mar
from R 1,469
Apr
from R 23,508

Direct flights from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha

Rome to Istanbul Sabiha: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul Sabiha.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
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Rome to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 877
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha is R 2,281. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha.
Pegasus Airlines, ITA Airways and AJet fly direct from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha.
As of May 2026, there are 33 flights per week flying from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Saturday, 23 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul Sabiha but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Rome. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) out of here.

  • Take off on a direct Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Rome.

  • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route. There are 18 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Pegasus at 5:15pm. Go for the first FCO to SAW departure with Pegasus at 8:40am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Rome to SAW.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can hop on a direct flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) out of Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

  • When taking off from FCO, you can take a direct flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with Pegasus.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Pegasus Airlines from FCO to SAW.

  • The top on-time carrier on this route is Pegasus Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 66.2% of the time.

  • FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:

  • 78% of flights leaving from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • Break up your flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Rome Ciampino Airport and SAW include:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

    • Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to SAW flight:

  • Rome Ciampino Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 85% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.

About Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Currently, R 877 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,281. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Rome to SAW, book your ticket eight months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Rome to SAW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • November is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your Rome to SAW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • There are plenty of exciting things to do in Istanbul when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Hagia Sophia Museum followed by Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 161 kilometres southeast to Eskisehir to check off its top attractions. From Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri to Archeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Have time for another stop? Set out for Adapazarı. It's about 97 kilometres east of Istanbul and is home to highlights including Ağa Cami and Earthquake & Cultural Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Istanbul

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