Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): what you need to know
The timezone in Fortaleza is UTC-3, which is eight hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BOM to FOR flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
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 Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport. Many passengers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport when flying between BOM and FOR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight is RM4,075. A return fare right now is RM7,008. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from BOM to FOR, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport.
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Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
61.63% of flights that leave from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to BOM:
Arriving at Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
If you're landing on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near FOR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Pinto Martins Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Fortaleza's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Pinto Martins Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Pinto Martins Airport to central Fortaleza has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The quietest month for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Fortaleza based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Pinto Martins Airport for October if you'd like to go to 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 BOM to FOR in July. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Fortaleza is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Fortaleza, a visit to Natal will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.
Around 499 kilometres west of Fortaleza, Teresina is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Palacio de Karnak, Potycabana Park and Museu do Piaui.