Flying from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The average time for a direct Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Pegasus at 5:15pm. Opt for the first FCO to SAW departure with Pegasus at 8:40am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to SAW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Pegasus is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport leaving from FCO.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Pegasus between FCO and SAW.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Pegasus. Its services land without delay 70.21% of the time.
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
70.57% of flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and SAW:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rome to SAW flight? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
73.18% of flights out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Have a late flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SAW and be in snooze mode sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. How long it'll take to get there in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
C$90 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. A return flight starts from C$188. These prices may change based on demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Rome to SAW, book your flight ticket eight months before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Istanbul. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Rome to SAW flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
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There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres south-east of Istanbul, a trip to Eskisehir will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.
Adapazarı is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 97 kilometres east of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.