Flying from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 38 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. There are 39 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 21:50. Choose the first IST to FCO departure with Turkish Airlines at 07:45 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to FCO, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) depart from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport taking off from IST.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Istanbul to FCO with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and FCO include:
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Palese Airport (BRI)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates nonstop flights from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
AJet has direct flights from Istanbul to FCO departing from SAW. Book your preferred window seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and FCO are:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to FCO, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
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 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is ₹ 4,325. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 9,368. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 3 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Istanbul to FCO within that timeframe.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Rome in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to FCO in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are top attractions which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
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