Flying from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Fortaleza (the location of Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport).
The most popular route is from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take your pick of 64 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FOR to GRU is the 00:05 Gol option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 20:20 with LATAM Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your FOR to Sao Paulo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can travel nonstop from FOR to Sao Paulo. Take your pick of these arrival points when searching for a Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
You'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo, including:
FOR is about 5 kilometres from central Fortaleza. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to FOR? If you've booked an early flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from FOR reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo
R 2,182 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 4,065. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from FOR to Sao Paulo.
June is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FOR to Sao Paulo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your flight from FOR to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your FOR to Sao Paulo flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near VCP and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late FOR to Sao Paulo flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from FOR to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fortaleza Pinto Martins International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are among the biggest draws.