Travelling from Fortaleza Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Fortaleza and Sao Paulo are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are 18 Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, take the 03:15 Azul flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 17:55 with Azul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your FOR to VCP flight.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azul Airlines offers direct flights from Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Sao Paulo — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
Azul Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating FOR to VCP flights, Azul Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fortaleza Airport (FOR) to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport flight is 62 €. A return ticket right now is 117 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from FOR to VCP by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Fortaleza Airport (FOR)
80% of flights leaving Fortaleza Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of FOR.
Fortaleza Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Fortaleza. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near FOR:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
If you're coming in on a late Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near VCP:
Pick up a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to central Sao Paulo has a drive time of around 1 hour 30 minutes. It's approximately 97 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
September is the most popular month for flights from Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Sao Paulo in March.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Fortaleza Airport to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FOR to VCP in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its must-visit sights. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are the start of reasons to visit.