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$76+ 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROM — IST
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Rome to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$152
(TAROM)

One-way from

$76
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$151

Good round-trip deal

$547 or less

Good one-way deal

$374 or less
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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 febrero 20, 2025.

This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/1412:50 pmFCO - IST
1 stop8h 35mTAROM
jue. 4/1711:15 pmIST - FCO
1 stop13h 45mTAROM
Deal found 2/20$152
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jue. 3/209:30 amFCO - IST
1 stop16h 40mAir Serbia
dom. 3/234:40 pmIST - FCO
1 stop4h 55mAir Serbia
Deal found 2/20$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 2/258:40 amFCO - IST
1 stop11h 45mWizz Air
mié. 2/2612:55 amIST - FCO
1 stop9h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 2/20$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/57:50 pmFCO - IST
Nonstop2h 30mTurkish Airlines
jue. 3/69:10 pmIST - FCO
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/58:40 amFCO - IST
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/611:40 amIST - FCO
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$234
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/37:00 amFCO - IST
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
sáb. 6/75:55 pmIST - FCO
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$242
This Croatia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Croatia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/36:00 pmFCO - IST
1 stop5h 10mCroatia Airlines
dom. 6/85:05 amIST - FCO
1 stop13h 05mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 2/20$249
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/287:00 amFCO - IST
Nonstop2h 45mITA Airways
sáb. 10/49:50 pmIST - FCO
Nonstop2h 40mITA Airways
Deal found 2/20$257
This Transavia Smart Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Transavia Smart Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/512:30 pmFCO - IST
1 stop10h 35mTransavia France
dom. 6/83:35 amIST - FCO
1 stop21h 00mTransavia France
Deal found 2/20$289
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/286:25 pmFCO - IST
1 stop6h 55mAegean Airlines
mar. 7/13:50 pmIST - FCO
1 stop6h 40mAegean Airlines
Deal found 2/20$334

Find flights from Rome to Istanbul within your budget

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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Rome

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

lun. 4/14

12:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Istanbul

jue. 4/17

11:15 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$152

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

jue. 3/20

9:30 am-4:10 am

1 stop16h 40m

Istanbul

dom. 3/23

4:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$204

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

vie. 3/14

11:20 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Istanbul

mar. 3/18

1:05 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$219

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

mié. 3/5

6:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Istanbul

jue. 3/6

9:10 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$231

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

mar. 6/3

7:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul

sáb. 6/7

5:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$242

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

mar. 6/3

6:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

Istanbul

mié. 6/11

5:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$249

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

jue. 6/5

12:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 35m

Istanbul

dom. 6/8

3:35 am-11:35 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$289

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

sáb. 6/28

6:25 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 55m

Istanbul

mar. 7/1

3:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$334

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

sáb. 3/8

1:25 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul

lun. 3/10

8:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$447

RomeIstanbul

FCO - IST

FCOIST

Rome Fiumicino

mié. 5/7

6:55 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$76

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rome-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Travel insights for flights from Rome to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Rome to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Rome to Istanbul Airport is 17 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Rome to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 febrero 20, 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 14% 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 June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rome to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from ROM to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 febrero 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, Transavia France and Turkish Airlines from Rome to Istanbul. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Transavia France
7.4
Good
338 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Croatia Airlines
6.9
Okay
55 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

ITA Airways
6.7
Okay
937 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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.

  • 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 $152. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Serbia, from $204, and Turkish Airlines, from $219. TAROM is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rome to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $111 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $156 and ITA Airways from $171 one-way.

  • 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 (91%), RwandAir (85%), IndiGo (82%).

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

    While on average a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,031, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $152. When looking at the most popular route, (Rome Fiumicino - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $203 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Rome to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$103Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
AjetCheapest$131Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$233Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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