Travelling from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the two main airports in Buenos Aires.
Jump on a direct Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Pinto Martins Airport is located in Fortaleza. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Buenos Aires.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Buenos Aires to FOR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
You can hop on a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
When departing from AEP, you can catch a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport with Gol.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Gol from AEP to FOR.
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
83.76% of flights departing from Jorge Newbery Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Consider starting your trip from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) plane ticket from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Buenos Aires to FOR with Gol. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of EZE.
Gol is the most popular choice for passengers flying from EZE to FOR.
If you're looking for a consistently punctual carrier, go with Gol. It boasts an on-time performance of 85.71% for flights between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Pinto Martins Airport.
You can arrive at EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to FOR flight:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83.93% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
About Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
Have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near FOR and turn in quicker:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport flight.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
The centre of Fortaleza is about 5 kilometres from Pinto Martins Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before you go.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport is R 3,344. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,741. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to FOR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR). Visit Fortaleza in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to FOR plane ticket departing in October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Fortaleza to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport in July when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Fortaleza
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fortaleza right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Pinto Martins Airport:
Your Fortaleza trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Praia de Futuro, Beira Mar de Fortaleza and Praia Mansa.
Explore more of Brazil
Fortaleza has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. Around 209 kilometres south-east of Fortaleza, a visit to Mossoro will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Jardim e plantas nativas de Mossoró, St. Peter's Church and Igreja do Nazareno.
Looking for other fascinating places to go in Brazil? Journey 193 kilometres west of Fortaleza to Sobral. Estátua Do Cristo Redentor is a highlight in the area.