On this page, you can find and book flights from São Paulo to Fortaleza. This 2,361 km route is one of the busiest in Brazil, with a flight frequency of up to 120 flights per week.
Flights are operated by LATAM (LA), Azul (AD), and GOL (G3). To find the best deal, we recommend using our price chart and calendar. You can also find transfer information in the sections on how to get to the departure airport and how to get from the airport to the destination city center.
The table shows direct flights Sao Paulo → Fortaleza on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Latam Airlines Group, Gol Transportes Aereos, Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras and Turkish Airlines. Departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Viracopos Airport airports, arrivals at Pinto Martins Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Sao Paulo — Fortaleza by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $107 in u, and the most expensive are around $145 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Sao Paulo → Fortaleza, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $355 | high | May | $300 | medium | Sep | $362 | high |
| Feb | $246 | low | Jun | $259 | low | Oct | $307 | medium |
| Mar | $266 | low | Jul | $369 | high | Nov | $294 | medium |
| Apr | $273 | low | Aug | $314 | medium | Dec | $382 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Fortaleza is characterized by consistently high temperatures around 29–30°C throughout the year. September is the driest period, while the peak of the rainy season occurs in March and April, when up to 28–30 rainy days per month are recorded.
The most affordable flight deals are available in April and August, with ticket prices starting $107. During peak months, such as June and January, the cost of travel increases and starts $143.
August is the best month for a trip, offering a combination of low prices and minimal rainfall. It is better to avoid the period from February to May due to the high probability of prolonged tropical rains.
Eight airlines operate on this route, with the leading carriers being LATAM Airlines, Azul Brazilian Airlines, and GOL Linhas Aéreas. Most flights are non-stop, providing a high frequency of up to 120 departures per week. To view a detailed schedule for specific days of the week, select an airline's card from the list below.
Flights Sao Paulo — Fortaleza depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Viracopos Airport and arrive at Pinto Martins Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this 2,361 km route takes an average of about 2 hours and 50 minutes.
Eight carriers operate regular flights, including LATAM, GOL, Azul, and international airlines such as TAP Air Portugal and Turkish Airlines.
Yes, this is one of the most popular domestic routes, with approximately 120 direct flights per week.
Prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date. You can find the current lowest fares for the coming year in the price chart and calendar on this page.
All flights from São Paulo arrive at Fortaleza-Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR).
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