Travelling from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know
Fortaleza and Rio De Janeiro follow the same timezone, UTC-3.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FOR to SDU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Right now, Rs30,517 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Pinto Martins Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs55,843. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FOR to SDU if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
Of all flights leaving Pinto Martins Airport, 79.85% touch down on time at their destination.
Pinto Martins Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Fortaleza. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Santos Dumont Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near FOR:
Arriving at Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Pinto Martins Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDU instead:
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Reserving your vehicle from Santos Dumont Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
Santos Dumont Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
When to fly to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Santos Dumont Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Santos Dumont Airport for February if you'd like to explore Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FOR to SDU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among the biggest draws.
