Fortaleza

$91+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO) to Fortaleza (FOR)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — FOR
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza Pinto Martins are usually found in May or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Fortaleza (FOR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$135
(GOL)

One-way from

$91
(GOL)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$204

Good round-trip deal

$190 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Fortaleza Pinto Martins
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Fortaleza Pinto Martins
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Fortaleza Pinto Martins.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Fortaleza Pinto Martins.

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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/233:30 pmGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 10mGOL
dom. 11/22:55 amFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mGOL
Deal found 6/9$133
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/306:10 amGIG - FOR
1 stop11h 30mAzul
mié. 10/13:15 amFOR - GIG
1 stop5h 45mAzul
Deal found 6/12$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/222:25 pmGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/2712:35 amFOR - GIG
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$196
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/36:50 amSDU - FOR
1 stop6h 50mGOL
dom. 10/54:15 amFOR - SDU
1 stop5h 30mGOL
Deal found 6/11$201
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/56:30 amGIG - FOR
1 stop6h 45mLATAM Airlines
dom. 9/72:30 amFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/12$205
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/303:45 pmSDU - FOR
2 stops8h 10mAzul
mié. 10/13:15 amFOR - SDU
1 stop5h 55mAzul
Deal found 6/12$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/307:45 amSDU - FOR
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/24:00 pmFOR - SDU
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$247
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/165:35 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop6h 50mLATAM Airlines
sáb. 8/232:15 pmFOR - SDU
1 stop5h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$297

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Fly from

Rio de Janeiro

Fly to

Fortaleza

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 10/23

3:30 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

dom. 11/2

2:55 am-6:15 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$133

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 7/30

6:10 am-5:40 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

mié. 10/1

3:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop5h 45m

$193

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 8/22

2:25 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

mié. 8/27

12:35 am-5:50 am

1 stop5h 15m

$196

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

SDU - FOR

SDUFOR

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

vie. 10/3

6:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

dom. 10/5

4:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

$201

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

vie. 9/5

6:30 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

dom. 9/7

2:30 am-5:45 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$205

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

SDU - FOR

SDUFOR

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mié. 7/30

3:45 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

mié. 10/1

3:15 am-9:10 am

1 stop5h 55m

$240

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

SDU - FOR

SDUFOR

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

mié. 7/30

7:45 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

jue. 10/2

4:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$247

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

SDU - FOR

SDUFOR

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

sáb. 8/16

5:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 50m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

sáb. 8/23

2:15 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$297

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sáb. 7/5

5:20 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$91

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 9/11

10:35 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 25m

$93

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Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza (average of $608). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIO to FOR?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Explore weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from RIO to FOR are scheduled on a Wednesday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Fortaleza by month

Plan your trip to Fortaleza by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fortaleza ranges from 0.5 - 13.7 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.7 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Fortaleza when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Fortaleza by month

Plan your trip to Fortaleza by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fortaleza, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of March, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fortaleza

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fortaleza. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fortaleza. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, see what other customers have to say about Aerolineas Argentinas, Azul and LATAM Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Overall

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro?

    Most people fly into Fortaleza Pinto Martins (FOR) if they book a flight to Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro. On average, Pinto Martins has 18 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro per day from 3 airlines. Fortaleza Pinto Martins is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Fortaleza’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza round-trip?

    Currently priced at $135, GOL will fly you from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza and back. In addition to GOL, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Azul and LATAM Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $193 and $205, respectively. You may be able to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for GOL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $121 and $138 on Azul and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza on time: Delta (100%), LATAM Airlines Brasil (93%), LATAM Airlines (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    The cheapest flight price from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is $113. On average you can expect to pay $202. The most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Fortaleza Pinto Martins), can usually be booked for $199.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza (average of $608). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AzulCheapest$122Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
GOLCheapest$149Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$154Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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