How to get from Istanbul to Rome
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Rome. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1374 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €64, on Sat, Aug 29.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1374 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €78Checked Sep 4 | 2h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €131Checked Sep 8 | 45h 21m3 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€78Checked Sep 42h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€131Checked Sep 845h 21m · 3 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Rome: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Rome Fiumicinoflight
Pegasus Airlines·2h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Rome
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€138October 2026
€91Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Rome FiumicinoSee live options and dates →
ArdaTurIstanbul-SofiaBook →
FlixBusSofia-Ljubljana, Ljubljana-Florence, Florence-RomeBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, ArdaTur, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Rome works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Istanbul to Rome, about 2h 35m. In total it's roughly €78 over 2h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Rome: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Rome?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Rome from Istanbul?
About 1374 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Rome cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €71 to €180. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Rome?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 35m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Rome?
About 2h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Rome?
Istanbul is SAW and Rome is FCO, so this route is usually written SAW to FCO.
Which operators run Istanbul to Rome?
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, ArdaTur, FlixBus.
Can you get from Istanbul to Rome without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 45h 21m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Rome?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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