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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,652 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,652, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,698 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,698, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,698 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,698, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 2,029 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Fortaleza on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,029, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 2,029 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Fortaleza on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,029, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 2,050 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Fortaleza on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,050, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 2,063 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Fortaleza on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,063, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 2,069 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Fortaleza on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,069, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from R 2,308
Jul
from R 2,157
Aug
from R 2,069
Sep
from R 1,698
Oct
from R 1,698
Nov
from R 1,652
Dec
from R 2,063
Jan
from R 2,257
Feb
from R 2,029
Mar
from R 2,123
Apr
from R 2,278
May
from R 2,029

Direct flights from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro

Alternative Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,652
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAerolineas Argentinas
Average flights per week226

Finding cheap flights from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro is R 2,958. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro.
Aerolineas Argentinas, Delta and Azul Airlines fly direct from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro.
As of June 2025, there are 226 flights per week flying from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Fortaleza Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,958.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fortaleza Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Friday, 7 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio de Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Flying from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Fortaleza (the location of Pinto Martins Airport) and Rio De Janeiro follow the same timezone — UTC-3.

  • The busiest route is from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). You can select from 45 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FOR to GIG is the 00:10 Gol service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:05 with Gol.

  • For hassle-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 catch your FOR to Rio De Janeiro flight.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket. Start your journey at FOR and arrive at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • Book your favourite seat with Gol. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • The journey from central Fortaleza to FOR takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near FOR. Whether you have an early flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • 79.85% of flights that depart Pinto Martins Airport land at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Rio De Janeiro

  • R 1,652 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 2,958. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap flights from FOR to Rio De Janeiro by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from FOR to Rio De Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from FOR to Rio De Janeiro.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 15 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your FOR to Rio De Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel near SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Snap up the best price by booking your ride from SDU three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Hop off your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 40 minutes to drive there.

  • If you go by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel close to RRJ. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your FOR to Rio De Janeiro flight:

  • Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and enjoy travelling in your own private, comfortable space. Whether you want a mini or a premium, Localiza will help you find your ideal set of wheels.

  • If you'd like a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Secure your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Travel to Rio De Janeiro in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Before booking a Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from FOR to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • Start your Rio De Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, browse our range of hotels including:

  • Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Copacabana Beach.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.

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