Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Compare all flight tickets and find cheap flights from Rome to Istanbul
The cheapest flights right now
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 50m $185
3 days ago
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 50m $181
3 days ago
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 35m $192
3 days ago
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 35m $188
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Today’s flight suggestion for Rome - Istanbul
Outbound December 10, 2026 · Inbound December 13, 2026
Today’s suggestion
1:10 PM
FCO 5:55 PM
SAW2h 45m
Direct
12:10 PM
SAW 1:00 PM
FCO2h 50m
Direct
From $163
11:35 AM
FCO 4:05 PM
SAW2h 30m
Direct
12:10 PM
SAW 1:00 PM
FCO2h 50m
Direct
From $167
3:45 PM
FCO 8:15 PM
SAW2h 30m
Direct
12:10 PM
SAW 1:00 PM
FCO2h 50m
Direct
From $169
Cheapest flight tickets
$112
Average price of a round trip
$186
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
2h37
A flight from Rome to Istanbul takes on average 2h37.
Best time
November
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Istanbul is November.
The best flight deals for a week
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 50m $185
3 days ago
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 50m $181
3 days ago
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 35m $192
3 days ago
Rome – Istanbul
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
2h 30m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
2h 35m $188
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Rome to Istanbul
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Istanbul (Turkey) from Rome (Italy) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is March, with an average flight ticket price of $80 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, December and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 28 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Pegasus Airlines. A ticket from the airline Pegasus Airlines to Istanbul costs on average $174.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Pegasus Airlines.
info departure city :
Rome, Italy
airports :
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Rome-Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)
local time :
Rome is a city in the country Italy, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Rome, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 14°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Rome (ROM) has 2 airport(s): Ciampino-G. B. Pastine and Rome-Fiumicino
destination info :
Istanbul, Turkey
airports :
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
local time :
Istanbul is in the country Turkey, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Istanbul, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 10°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 12°C.
The city of Istanbul (IST) has 2 airport(s): Istanbul and Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen
Useful info about Istanbul
What is the least touristic period to go to Istanbul?
If you want to visit Istanbul during the least touristic period, choose the month of November.
What is the most popular time to travel to Istanbul?
In Istanbul, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Rome to Istanbul?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 28 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 15% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Rome to Istanbul is Tuesday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Rome and Istanbul?
When you leave, you can leave from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine or Rome-Fiumicino, and you will arrive at Istanbul or Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen.
How to reach Rome airport from the city centre?
The airport Ciampino-G. B. Pastine is located 15 km or Rome-Fiumicino is located 24 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Rome to Istanbul?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Rome and Istanbul?
In summer, the average temperature is 24°C in Istanbul and 26°C in Rome. The average rainfall in summer is 26 mm in Istanbul and 26 mm in Rome. In summer, it is warmer in Rome and it rains less in Istanbul. In winter, it is colder in Rome and it rains more in Rome.
