Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rome two hours behind Istanbul.
Flights from SAW to FCO start at 09:10 — the earliest with Pegasus. The latest departure is at 15:35 with Pegasus. Overall, there are 25 weekly Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SAW to FCO flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Rome (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Pegasus.
With 69.01% of its services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering SAW to FCO flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SAW and FCO include:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
At the moment, 36 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 80 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAW to FCO.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from SAW to FCO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights that leave from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SAW? If you've booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Rome based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to FCO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Italy, head for Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.
