Travelling from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) departing from either of these.
The average duration of a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport is 3 hours 24 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Fortaleza (where Pinto Martins Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR), with 88 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to FOR is the 06:05 GOL Linhas Aéreas option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 23:50 with GOL Linhas Aéreas.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to FOR.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) operate from here.
GOL Linhas Aéreas is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport departing from GRU.
GRU is about 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Looking to fly out of Viracopos Airport (VCP)? You can reserve a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) from this popular hub.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Sao Paulo to FOR setting off from VCP include:
You can get to VCP from central Sao Paulo in approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes to travel the 97 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to FOR:
About Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near FOR:
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Pinto Martins Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Fortaleza. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 48 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
For a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport, P4,621 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just P8,942. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to FOR by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport if you travel in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Fortaleza, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Fortaleza. October is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo to FOR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport in July when temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC.
More about Fortaleza
After locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Pinto Martins Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fortaleza:
Posto 06 Praia do Futuro and Aterro da Praia de Iracema are a couple of big attractions to add to your Fortaleza itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Iracema Statue.
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