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$77+ Cheap flights from Rome (ROM) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROM — IST
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rome to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Rome to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rome to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:15 amFCO - IST
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/110:00 pmIST - FCO
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$164
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:20 pmFCO - IST
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/610:40 pmIST - FCO
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$177
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:15 amFCO - IST
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:55 amIST - FCO
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/125:45 amFCO - IST
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1910:30 amIST - FCO
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:35 pmFCO - IST
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:00 pmIST - FCO
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:45 amFCO - IST
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1211:35 amIST - FCO
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$228
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:35 pmFCO - IST
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1710:00 pmIST - FCO
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$240
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:40 pmFCO - IST
1 stop18h 10mAir Serbia
Fri 11/284:40 pmIST - FCO
1 stop17h 35mAir Serbia
Deal found 11/2$241

Cheap flight deals from Rome to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rome (ROM) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$154
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$77
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$237

Good round-trip deal

$640 or less

Good one-way deal

$472 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rome to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rome to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Price

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 4/1

9:00 pm-3:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 4/7

4:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop5h 00m

$242

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 4/1

9:00 pm-3:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 4/6

4:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop5h 00m

$242

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 4/2

9:25 am-3:35 am

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 4/7

4:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop5h 00m

$242

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 4/3

9:00 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/7

4:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop5h 00m

$242

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 2/20

8:40 pm-4:25 am

1 stop5h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 2/27

4:40 pm-8:15 am

1 stop17h 35m

$244

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 3/14

2:50 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 3/18

9:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$264

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 3/28

9:30 am-4:50 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 4/5

3:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop17h 40m

$265

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 12/13

11:15 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 12/18

1:10 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$270

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 3/2

2:50 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 3/7

1:10 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$270

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 3/9

7:35 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 3/13

9:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$276

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Compare providers for flights from Rome to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rome to Istanbul in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rome-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Rome-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rome-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rome-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rome-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Rome to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Rome with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rome to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Rome to Istanbul Airport is 51 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport (average of $109). Flying from Rome to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $229). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ROM to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Rome to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Rome to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rome to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rome to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Rome to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Rome to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

The most flights from ROM to IST are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rome to Istanbul Airport, such as Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,039 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,039 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,039 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
635 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,039 reviews

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rome to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rome to Istanbul Airport in 5h 35m. Fly via Air Serbia to get the fastest option. There are 852 mi between Rome and Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rome to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rome to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $92. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Pegasus Airlines, from $133, and Turkish Airlines, from $207. Ajet is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Rome to Istanbul Airport on time: Thai Airways (97%), IndiGo (85%), Turkish Airlines (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,164, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $224. When looking at the most popular route, (Rome Fiumicino - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $164 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rome to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rome to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rome to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rome to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rome to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rome to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport (average of $109). Flying from Rome to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $229). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Rome to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rome to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest$92Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$133Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$207Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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