Travelling from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): What you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) heading out from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Fortaleza is four hours ahead of Los Angeles. Pinto Martins Airport is located in Fortaleza, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to FOR, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to FOR.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to FOR flight:
About Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
Book a hotel close to FOR if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport. Pick one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Pinto Martins Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Fortaleza and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport flight.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
The centre of Fortaleza is about 5 kilometres from Pinto Martins Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
$926 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport. A return flight starts at $1,590. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Los Angeles to FOR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR). Visit Fortaleza in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Fortaleza is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to FOR flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC.
More about Fortaleza
Start your Fortaleza trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Pinto Martins Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Praia de Futuro, Beira Mar de Fortaleza and Praia Mansa are essential stops on your Fortaleza itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Mossoro is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Fortaleza. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Jardim e plantas nativas de Mossoró, St. Peter's Church and Igreja do Nazareno.
Want ideas for other fascinating places to go in Brazil? Make tracks 193 kilometres west of Fortaleza to Sobral. Estátua Do Cristo Redentor is just one of the highlights in the area.