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$81 Find Cheap Flights from Rome to Istanbul

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Rome to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$208
Typical prices: $321-$228
Wizz Air
Sat 5/23Sat 5/30
FCO - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$276
Typical prices: $324-$229
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/6Wed 5/13
FCO - IST • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $208 (round-trip)
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Most punctual • 93% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Rome to Istanbul (FCO-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Rome to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Rome to Istanbul

Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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8:35 am - 3:35 pm
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6h 00m
1 stop
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9:25 am - 5:10 pm
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8h 45m
1 stop
$208Wizz Air
Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8
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6:40 am - 7:35 pm
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11h 55m
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1:45 pm - 1:25 am
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12h 40m
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$209Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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9:00 pm - 3:40 am
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5h 40m
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1:50 pm - 1:25 am
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12h 35m
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$215Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 10
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9:00 pm - 3:55 pm
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17h 55m
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3:45 pm - 8:25 am
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17h 40m
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$217Air Serbia
Mon, May 25 - Mon, Jun 1
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9:00 pm - 3:55 pm
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17h 55m
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4:30 am - 8:25 am
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4h 55m
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$218Air Serbia
Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18
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9:00 pm - 3:55 pm
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17h 55m
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4:30 am - 7:45 pm
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16h 15m
1 stop
$221Air Serbia
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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3:35 pm - 7:15 pm
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2h 40mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 1:25 am
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12h 35m
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$230Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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3:35 pm - 7:15 pm
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2h 40mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 1:25 am
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12h 35m
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$237Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
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9:25 am - 3:40 am
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17h 15m
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3:45 pm - 8:25 am
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17h 40m
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$241Air Serbia
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
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17h 15m
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3:45 pm - 8:25 am
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$242Air Serbia
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Rome to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Rome to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rome to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Istanbul on a Friday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to Rome, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport is February, where tickets cost $149 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $420 and $333 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $299, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$81
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Rome to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rome to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Rome to Istanbul flights

  • What is the best way to get out of the airport upon arrival in Istanbul?

    Bus and taxi companies at Istanbul Airport include Havabus, which operates airport shuttle services to various city locations, and Istanbul Public Buses (IETT), providing public bus transportation. For taxis, Istanbul Airport has authorized taxi operators such as Istanbul Airport Taxi and City Taxi Istanbul, ensuring safe and reliable transportation options for travelers.

  • What are some common cities that can be connected from Istanbul and Rome?

    Istanbul and Rome are major transportation hubs with connections to various cities worldwide. Common cities connected from Istanbul and Rome include London, Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Dubai, and Moscow. These cities serve as popular layover destinations for connecting flights. It's recommended to check with the airlines for specific routes and available connections.

  • Are there pet services available for flights between Rome and Istanbul?

    Airlines have varying pet policies for flights between Rome and Istanbul. For example, Turkish Airlines allows pets in the cabin and as checked baggage, with specific carrier requirements and documentation. Alitalia permits pets in the cabin but not as checked baggage. Pegasus Airlines only allows service dogs in the cabin. It's crucial to check each airline's pet policies, including carrier requirements, documentation, and applicable fees.

  • Do different airlines offer different ticket classes for flights between Rome and Istanbul?

    Airlines offer various ticket classes such as Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class for flights between Rome and Istanbul. Each class provides different levels of comfort, services, and amenities. It's advisable to compare the options and choose the one that suits your preferences and budget.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport was $81 for a one-way ticket and $208 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Rome and Istanbul?

    Yes

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Rome to Istanbul?

    Asiana Airlines, and ITA Airways offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Rome to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Rome to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Rome to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Rome to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Rome and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Rome to Istanbul?

    There are nonstop flights from Rome to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Rome to Istanbul, Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Rome to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. With an average price for the route of $461 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Pegasus Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $275 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Rome to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Rome to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Rome to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Rome is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Rome to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Rome with another airline. Booking your flights between Rome and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Rome to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Rome up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $543 or less one-way and $570 or less round-trip.
  • Each airline has specific baggage allowances for economy class. For example, Turkish Airlines allows one carry-on bag (max 17 lbs) and one checked bag (max 50 lbs) for free. Alitalia allows one carry-on bag (max 17 lbs) and charges for checked bags. Check individual airline policies to avoid extra fees or problems at the airport.
  • Upgrading to First Class can provide added comfort and amenities if you have a long-duration flight from Rome to Istanbul. Keep an eye out for airline upgrade options after booking your ticket, as they can sometimes be more affordable than purchasing a First Class ticket outright.
  • Certain airlines, such as Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and Lufthansa, offer extra services and amenities on longer flights. They provide amenities like blankets, pillows, and amenity kits to enhance passenger comfort. Additionally, these airlines often accommodate specific dietary requirements, ensuring a more enjoyable and tailored travel experience.
  • When planning your travel itinerary, it's important to research specific airlines operating flights between Rome and Istanbul. Airlines like Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, and Air France may have preferred layover destinations like Frankfurt, Istanbul, Vienna, or Paris. Understanding their usual layover cities will assist you in planning your trip and considering potential layover durations.
  • If sustainability is a priority for you, consider airlines like Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and Scandinavian Airlines (SAS). These airlines have demonstrated commitments to reducing carbon emissions and implementing environmentally-friendly initiatives. Researching their sustainability efforts will enable you to make an informed choice that aligns with your values and supports sustainable travel.

Prefer to fly direct from Rome to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Rome Fiumicino to Istanbul.
Find which airlines fly direct from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Rome Fiumicino to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Rome Fiumicino

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Rome to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Rome to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Rome to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4304 reviews
7.5Food
7.3Comfort
7.3Boarding
7.8Crew
7.5Entertainment
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Poor connecting flight logistics and ground transportation for such enormous airport. Airline does not consider time required to complete the security check or transition from one to gate to another

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Apr 2026
BOM - IST
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Poor connecting flight logistics and ground transportation for such enormous airport. Airline does not consider time required to complete the security check or transition from one to gate to another

Food wasn’t good but not their fault as I should have pre selected

The seats seems abit small and the reclining is too much, the seat in front of me came back too much and made it uncomfortable for me.

The crew were kind and very helpful. Did not expect food service. Was served a warm soft sandwich bread , was delicious. Overall the service, the staff were great. Highly recommend others to try Turkish Airline

As a first time flyer with Turkish Airlines. My experience was very good due to the factor that there were to many passengers on the my first flight compared to my connecting flight. However, I know that nothing is perfect and all companies are trying to accommodate their passengers to the best way possible. I will always say, a FEW INCHES will go LONG WAY. That's something all airliners should consider, and not only the money aspect!!! A long time commitment is better than one time service! Thank you

Bag service at Iad airport was not nice at all. They served economy class first unvip first. This happened many times with different airports

We had requested a wheel chair assist for my husband who has Parkinson’s. The first seat we came to we got off the plane was staffed by 3 men-one was on his cell phone, one was sleeping and the fellow we spoke with was rude and seemed as if he didn’t care that we had a plane to catch in one hour. A person with a wheel chair came and took us to the center area for wheelchairs. Here we waited for 20-25 minutes while our flight went to “boarding.” Finally a woman came with a cart and we zipped through the airport.

Staff at the airport wasn't helpful or friendly. Probably the worst airport experience I have ever had, going and coming. The staff on the plane was better. Still not super friendly or personable. However, they were not rude like airport staff. They ran out of certain menu items. Maybe could have been prepared better? Overall just ok.

Staff could have been friendlier and offered drinks more often

It was a pleasant experience. In flight entertainment could have been better

Flight changed and cancelled several times over the months in advance that I booked it. However, actual flight went well, no delays, spacious seats. Had some landing issues but otherwise, fine. Also loved that they don’t check weight of luggage!

Seats are disaster, not comfortable at all. With my height 183 cm there were no space for my legs... The airplane was Turkish airlines and no entertainment on board.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

It was a safe flight with a friendly cabin crew.

The flight was never confirmed, I was not sent a ticket, and my account was charged for this flight. I’m trying to get my money back for a flight that was not booked or confirmed. Terrible experience

The plane was too hot inside. There was no entertainment and we had to sit on the plane for one hour before takeoff. There was no free wifi.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

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