Orlando to Fortaleza (MCO–FOR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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G37625
G3 Sky Express
7M8
1:34 PM
EDT TC
9:25 PM
-03
6h 51m
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G37624
G3 Sky Express
7M8
4:30 AM
-03 T1
11:25 AM
EDT
7h 55m
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Orlando to Fortaleza
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 3,608 mi 6h 51m nonstop +1h ahead 8 1-stop hubs

MCO–FOR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Sky Express leads the route. The flight covers 3,608 miles in approximately 6h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore MCO Routes FOR Routes MCO Live Flights FOR Live Flights MCO Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MCO–FOR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
G3 Sky Express 1 7M8 6h51 9% – –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – G3
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: G3 (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MCO to FOR direction.
Mon
0
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Tue
0
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Wed
0
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Thu
0
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Fri
0
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Sat
1
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Sun
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
1
Outbound / wk
1
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to FOR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
213
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Fortaleza is 1 hour ahead of Orlando.
MCO: EDT · FOR: -03

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 7:00 PM in Fortaleza.
Distance & Flight Time
3,608 mi / 5,806 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 51m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders need an eVisa to enter Brazil. Apply through the official portal at gov.br/mre before departure. The eVisa costs USD 80.90, is valid for 10 years with multiple entries, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes a few business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to MCO

SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).

Facts

MCO–FOR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Fortaleza route.
Route details
Distance3,608 mi / 5,806 km
Flight time6h 51m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: FOR
Full namePinto Martins International Airport
IATA / ICAOFOR / SBFZ
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Elevation83 ft / 25 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to FOR flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Pinto Martins International Airport take approximately 6h 51m. The route covers 3,608 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Sky Express.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MCO to FOR. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAY, MIA, BSB, CDG, VCP, GRU, MAD and CNF. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fortaleza is 1 hour ahead of Orlando.
Yes, return flights from FOR to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MCO to FOR

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) are connected by nonstop service from Sky Express. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MCO to FOR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to FOR ranges from 6 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,608 miles (5,806 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via CAY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.