Flying from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Fortaleza (the location of Pinto Martins Airport) and Sao Paulo share the same timezone — UTC-3.
The busiest route is from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). There are 72 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FOR to GRU is the 00:05 Gol service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 20:20 with LATAM Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your FOR to Sao Paulo flight.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your journey at FOR and fly straight to Sao Paulo without any stops. When booking a direct Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo ticket, here's where you can touch down:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo include:
The journey from central Fortaleza to FOR takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near FOR:
When it comes to Pinto Martins Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo
Rs24,244 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return ticket right now is Rs45,934. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from FOR to Sao Paulo by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your flight from FOR to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is located around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your FOR to Sao Paulo flight:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport can take you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by staying at a hotel near VCP after your FOR to Sao Paulo flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Begin your trip without worrying about how to get to your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo for the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before locking in your flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FOR to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are top sights which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.