Flying from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR).
Pinto Martins Airport is located in Fortaleza. The city runs on the UTC-3 timezone and is one hour ahead of Philadelphia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to FOR.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to FOR, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one option when you're setting off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to FOR flight:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82.45% of them touching down right on cue.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near FOR:
Pick up a Pinto Martins Airport rental car and discover Fortaleza and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport flight.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Pinto Martins Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Fortaleza. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
RM1,639 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport. A return flight starts from RM4,561. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Philadelphia to FOR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Fortaleza. July is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Philadelphia to FOR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. October is the warmest month in Fortaleza, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Fortaleza
Start your Fortaleza trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Pinto Martins Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Fortaleza when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Praia de Futuro followed by Beira Mar de Fortaleza and Praia Mansa.
Explore more of Brazil
Fortaleza is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres south-east of Fortaleza, a trip to Mossoro will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Jardim e plantas nativas de Mossoró, St. Peter's Church and Igreja do Nazareno.
Eager to see Estátua Do Cristo Redentor? Then set off for Sobral. Another favourite stop in Brazil, it's around 193 kilometres west of Fortaleza.
