Flying from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Rome is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Approximately 2 hours 21 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 2 hours ahead of Rome. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route. There are 25 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Pegasus Airlines at 17:30. Choose the first FCO to SAW departure operated by Pegasus Airlines at 11:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to 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 skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
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).
You can lock in a direct flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with AJet. This top carrier operates services from FCO.
We make it easy to find a flight from Rome to SAW that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FCO and SAW include:
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
From the centre of Rome, FCO is approximately 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) offers direct flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Catch your direct flight from Rome to SAW with AJet. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of CIA.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to SAW, stay in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 57 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from 52 € or travel return from just 112 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 4 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Rome to SAW.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Rome to SAW.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Istanbul in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Rome to SAW for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
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