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$103+ 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — FOR
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Wed 1/21
Wed 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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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 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 December 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/272:15 pmGIG - FOR
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/212:05 pmFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$502
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/299:35 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop6h 15mGOL
Thu 1/112:35 amFOR - SDU
1 stop6h 20mGOL
Deal found 12/21$525
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Thu 12/258:00 amGIG - FOR
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/257:30 pmFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$557
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/317:40 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop5h 50mGOL
Thu 1/1512:35 amFOR - SDU
1 stop6h 20mGOL
Deal found 12/20$567
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/317:40 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop5h 50mGOL
Wed 1/144:35 amFOR - SDU
1 stop9h 35mGOL
Deal found 12/20$576
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/222:55 pmGIG - FOR
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/142:30 pmFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$602
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amGIG - FOR
1 stop11h 30mGOL
Wed 1/143:00 amFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mGOL
Deal found 12/21$605
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2710:25 amGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 10mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/12:05 amFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/21$622
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:05 amGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 15mGOL
Tue 1/133:00 amFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mGOL
Deal found 12/21$639
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/279:35 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop6h 15mGOL
Mon 1/1212:35 amFOR - SDU
1 stop6h 20mGOL
Deal found 12/19$651
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:40 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop5h 50mGOL
Tue 1/132:55 amFOR - SDU
1 stop5h 30mGOL
Deal found 12/21$653
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/272:45 pmSDU - FOR
1 stop18h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/12:55 amFOR - SDU
1 stop5h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/21$655

Find 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 December 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$142
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$103
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$317

Good round-trip deal

$255 or less

Good one-way deal

$246 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Fortaleza

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 3/1

12:00 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Fri 3/20

12:30 am-6:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$147

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/24

7:50 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Sun 4/26

4:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 50m

$147

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 3/9

12:00 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Fri 3/20

12:30 am-6:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$147

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 2/28

9:30 pm-12:45 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Fri 3/20

12:30 am-6:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$147

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/11

11:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Sun 6/14

2:35 am-5:55 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$148

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 3/11

10:20 pm-1:35 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Tue 3/31

8:50 am-8:05 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$149

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/13

2:25 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Fri 3/20

12:30 am-6:10 am

1 stop5h 40m

$150

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 6/11

2:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Thu 6/18

9:05 pm-5:20 am

1 stop8h 15m

$186

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

SDU - FOR

SDUFOR

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 6/11

2:05 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Mon 6/15

4:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$200

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

SDU - FOR

SDUFOR

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 6/12

1:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Wed 6/17

4:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$200

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Compare providers for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-Fortaleza flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Rio de Janeiro-Fortaleza flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rio de Janeiro-Fortaleza flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-Fortaleza flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rio de Janeiro-Fortaleza flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is 86 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza (average of $81). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza in January is currently the most expensive (average of $114). 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 December 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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 December 22, 2025.

The most flights from RIO to FOR are scheduled on a Monday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How often are flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza flights?

Over the last year, LATAM Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 December 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines and GOL from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. 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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,894 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,894 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,894 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!
GOL
7.3
Good
1,132 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,894 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

LUIS JOSE,Oct 2025

LIM - AEP

Smiles because se upgraded to premiums economy. That was similar to LAN economy years ahí!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 28 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro per day from 2 airlines. Fortaleza Pinto Martins is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Fortaleza’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    For as low as $147, GOL can have you in Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro in 3h 15m. The distance from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is about 1350 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $129, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on LATAM Airlines for as low as $131. You may be able to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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: KLM (89%), Avianca (86%), American Airlines (84%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is $66. On average you can expect to pay $307. The most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Fortaleza Pinto Martins), can usually be booked for $196.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza (average of $81). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza in January is currently the most expensive (average of $114). 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 2 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
GOLCheapest$129Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$131Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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