Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Rome: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 21 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route, with 25 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SAW to FCO is with Pegasus Airlines at 15:35. Opt for the first departure with Pegasus Airlines at 09:10 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from SAW to Rome. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome that arrives at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Be on the lookout for offers from AJet. This airline has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from SAW to Rome with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
When travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Türkiye (Turkey). However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SAW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Rome
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome is 50 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 123 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 4 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAW to Rome.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 51 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 42 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from SAW to Rome at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rome, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SAW to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Rome, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
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