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$69+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — FOR
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza Pinto Martins are usually found in May or March, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(GOL)

One-way from

$69
(GOL)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$217

Good round-trip deal

$128 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 5/133:30 pmGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 10mGOL
Tue 5/205:05 pmFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mGOL
Deal found 3/25$140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2610:25 pmGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 15mLATAM Airlines
Sat 5/32:25 amFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/25$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 6/37:05 pmGIG - FOR
1 stop4h 50mAzul
Mon 6/912:40 amFOR - GIG
1 stop5h 10mAzul
Deal found 3/25$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 6/39:40 pmGIG - FOR
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/106:20 pmFOR - GIG
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$216

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 March 26, 2025.
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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fly to

Fortaleza

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/13

9:40 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Mon 5/19

2:10 am-5:30 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$140

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 4/26

10:25 pm-1:40 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Sat 5/3

2:25 am-5:40 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$150

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/3

7:05 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Mon 6/9

12:40 am-5:50 am

1 stop5h 10m

$192

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 6/3

9:40 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fortaleza Pinto Martins

Tue 6/10

6:20 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$216

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 4/28

9:40 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$69

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/10

5:45 am-4:35 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$96

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 7/9

2:25 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$114

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 4/12

8:20 am-4:25 pm

3 stops32h 05m

$165

Rio de JaneiroFortaleza

GIG - FOR

GIGFOR

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 4/9

3:05 am-12:05 am

2 stops21h 00m

$599

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Deals found on 3/25

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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–Galeão Intl Airport-Fortaleza flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport-Fortaleza flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport-Fortaleza flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport-Fortaleza flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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–Galeão Intl Airport-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–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza is 60 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–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza (average of $608). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 GIG to FOR?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 March 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza

Explore weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 March 26, 2025.

The most flights from GIG to FOR are scheduled on a Tuesday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Fortaleza by month

Plan your trip to Fortaleza by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fortaleza ranges from 0.5 - 13.7 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.7 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Fortaleza when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Fortaleza by month

Plan your trip to Fortaleza by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fortaleza, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of March, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 March 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aerolineas Argentinas, Azul and LATAM Airlines from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
844 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
844 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
844 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
Azul
8.0
Very good
771 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
844 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,749 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
844 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,051 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
844 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

5.7

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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–Galeão Intl?

    Most people fly into Fortaleza Pinto Martins (FOR) if they book a flight to Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. On average, Pinto Martins has 16 inbound flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day from 3 airlines. Fortaleza Pinto Martins is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Fortaleza’s city center.

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

    Flying on GOL is currently your cheapest option to Fortaleza, with prices starting at $140. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by LATAM Airlines and Azul, with the lowest prices starting at $150 and $192, respectively. GOL is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for GOL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $69. Users have also found prices from $96 and $133 on Azul and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza consider choosing Avianca (99%), Delta (95%) or Copa Airlines (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza?

    While on average a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza is generally $271, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $102. When looking at the most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Fortaleza Pinto Martins), you can expect to pay $131 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza (average of $608). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Fortaleza in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 3 airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Fortaleza

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AzulCheapest$122Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$174Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
GOLCheapest$200Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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