Flying from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport.
Sao Luiz and Fortaleza share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Flights from SLZ to FOR start from 11:55 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 12:05 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 14 weekly Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SLZ to FOR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
LATAM Airlines has direct flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Fortaleza — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SLZ to FOR flights. A reliable 88.52% of its services on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight is 51 €. A return plane ticket is currently 103 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from SLZ to FOR, book your trip eight months before your planned departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SLZ to FOR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport.
Handy information about Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ)
When it comes to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport's on-time performance, 76.8% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Sao Luiz. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SLZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FOR instead:
Pick up a Pinto Martins Airport rental car and explore Fortaleza and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Pinto Martins Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Pinto Martins Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Fortaleza. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Fortaleza in April.
Before locking in your flight from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Fortaleza, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLZ to FOR in July. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Fortaleza has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres south-east of Fortaleza, a visit to Natal will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.
Teresina is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 499 kilometres west of Fortaleza. No trip is complete without visiting Palacio de Karnak, Potycabana Park and Museu do Piaui.