Flying from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): what you need to know
Montevideo and Fortaleza are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MVD to FOR flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight is 178 €. A return fare is currently 308 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MVD to FOR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MVD to FOR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Carrasco International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 88.91% of flights that depart MVD arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Carrasco International Airport from central Montevideo, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MVD:
Arriving at Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
If you're coming in on a late Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near FOR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Pinto Martins Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Fortaleza's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Pinto Martins Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
From Pinto Martins Airport, Fortaleza is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Fortaleza in April.
Lock in your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport for October if you'd like to go to Fortaleza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MVD to FOR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Fortaleza has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Fortaleza, a trip to Natal will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Brazil, consider Teresina, roughly 499 kilometres west of Fortaleza. Palacio de Karnak, Potycabana Park and Museu do Piaui are highlights.