Travelling from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona four hours ahead of Fortaleza.
To ensure you get on your FOR to BCN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to visit another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport is a well-known stop between FOR and BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Currently, R 6,886 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,854. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from FOR to BCN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FOR to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
79.85% of flights that take off from Pinto Martins Airport reach their destination on time.
Pinto Martins Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Fortaleza. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
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Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you have a late Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near BCN:
Travel at your own pace with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience more of Barcelona and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Barcelona. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FOR to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Spain, head for Logroño, roughly 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are among its highlights.