Rome to Ankara (FCO–ESB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rome to Ankara
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead 33 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FCO and ESB, connecting options are available through 33 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to ESB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
2,948
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Ankara is 1 hour ahead of Rome.
FCO: CEST · ESB: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Ankara.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application or eVisa is needed. A passport or national ID card is accepted for entry. Passport must be valid for at least 5 months beyond the intended stay.

Getting to FCO

Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.

FCO–ESB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to Ankara route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: FCO
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: ESB
IATA / ICAOESB / LTAC
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr13.0M
Elevation3,125 ft / 953 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to ESB flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BSL, SSH, CAI, CPH, VIE, BCN, CDG, BER, MUC, BUD, AMS, DUS, FRA, ADB, CGN, OTP, LIS, IST, BEG, SAW, STN, STR, BRU, ZRH, KRK, JED, WAW, DOH, MAD, GYD, HAJ, HAM and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ankara is 1 hour ahead of Rome.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BSL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.