Rome to Pendik, Istanbul (FCO–SAW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FCO–SAW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Pegasus and Valuair lead the route. The flight covers 886 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus Also: AZ | 14 | 321, 738 | 2h28-2h30 | – | – | AZ |
| VF Valuair | 7 | 32Q | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · SAW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul.
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.
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–SAW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to SAW
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus and Valuair. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to SAW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to SAW is about 2 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 886 miles (1,425 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 70 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sarajevo, Bologna Guglielmo Marconi and Sofia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.