Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): what you need to know
Fortaleza is four hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Your SFO to FOR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. Many passengers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
Right now, C$497 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,163. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to FOR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to FOR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near FOR:
Travel at your own pace with a Pinto Martins Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Fortaleza and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Pinto Martins Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Pinto Martins Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Fortaleza. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Fortaleza. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport for October if you want to visit Fortaleza during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to FOR in July. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Fortaleza, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel around 434 kilometres south-east to Natal to check off its must-visit sights. From Fortaleza dos Reis Magos to Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 499 kilometres west of Fortaleza, Teresina is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Palacio de Karnak, Potycabana Park and Museu do Piaui.
