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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.Rs17,211 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,211, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs17,916 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,916, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs20,497 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,497, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs20,649 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,649, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs21,563 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,563, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs21,563 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Fortaleza on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,563, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs23,093 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Fortaleza on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,093, select.
Rio De Janeiro.Rs26,959 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Fortaleza on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,959, 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 June.
Mar
from Rs87,955
Apr
from Rs29,124
May
from Rs23,093
Jun
from Rs17,211
Jul
from Rs17,916
Aug
from Rs20,649
Sep
from Rs20,497
Oct
from Rs21,563
Nov
from Rs21,563
Dec
from Rs26,959
Jan
from Rs38,003
Feb
from Rs26,959

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 foundRs17,211
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAerolineas Argentinas
Average flights per week191

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 Rs33,645. 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, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Azul Airlines fly direct from Fortaleza to Rio De Janeiro.
As of March 2025, there are 191 flights per week flying from Fortaleza to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Fortaleza to Rio De Janeiro is usually March 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 Rs33,645.
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, 6 June 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 25°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.

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

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro is 3 hours 13 minutes.

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

  • With 60 flights a week between the two airports, Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the busiest route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 02:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from FOR to GIG is with LATAM Airlines at 22:30.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from FOR to Rio De Janeiro, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Begin your trip at FOR and land at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • Book your seat with GOL Linhas Aéreas. This popular airline operates direct flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • After booking your cheap tickets from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're flying within Brazil. As long as you have another valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.

  • The journey from central Fortaleza to FOR takes around 48 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near FOR:

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro is Rs17,211. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs33,645. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from FOR to Rio De Janeiro, reserve your journey 10 months before the departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for flight tickets from FOR to Rio De Janeiro every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • As soon as your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from FOR to Rio De Janeiro:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Rio De Janeiro, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • Before you book a flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from FOR to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Rio De Janeiro isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and see the sights your way. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.

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