Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): what you need to know
Fortaleza is four hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your ZRH to FOR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight is $726. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,160. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ZRH to FOR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights taking off from Zurich Airport make it to their destination on time.
Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
Book a hotel close to FOR if you have a late Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pinto Martins Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Pinto Martins Airport to the centre of Fortaleza has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 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 Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Fortaleza in April.
The warmest month in Fortaleza is October, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Pinto Martins Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to FOR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Natal is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Fortaleza. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Teresina, about 499 kilometres west of Fortaleza. Palacio de Karnak, Potycabana Park and Museu do Piaui are highlights.