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Fortaleza, Estado do Ceara, Brazil

How much does it cost to travel to Fortaleza?

You should plan to spend around $71 (R$353) per day on your vacation in Fortaleza. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $24 (R$121) on meals
  • $22 (R$107) on local transportation
  • $62 (R$307) on hotels

A one week trip to Fortaleza for two people costs, on average, $997 (R$4,941). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $71
    R$353
  • One Week Per person
    $499
    R$2,470
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $997
    R$4,941
  • One Month Per person
    $2,137
    R$10,588
  • One Week For a couple
    $997
    R$4,941
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $1,994
    R$9,882
  • One Month For a couple
    $4,274
    R$21,175
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Fortaleza cost?

A one week trip to Fortaleza usually costs around $499 (R$2,470) for one person and $997 (R$4,941) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Fortaleza on average costs around $997 (R$4,941) for one person and $1,994 (R$9,882) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Fortaleza will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Fortaleza on average costs around $2,137 (R$10,588) for one person and $4,274 (R$21,175) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Fortaleza has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Fortaleza expensive to visit?

Fortaleza is a reasonably affordable place to visit. Located in Brazil, which is a reasonably affordable country, visitors will appreciate the relatively low cost of this destination. It falls in the average range in the country for its prices. If you're traveling on a budget, then this is a good destination with affordable accommodation, food, and transportation.

Within South America, Fortaleza is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Ilha Grande or Curitiba.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Fortaleza Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Fortaleza?

The average Fortaleza trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Fortaleza travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) R$307 ($62)
Local Transportation 1 R$107 ($22)
Food 2 R$121 ($24)
Entertainment 1 R$77 ($16)
Alcohol 2 R$26 - 77 ($5 - 15)
Accommodation Budget in Fortaleza
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Fortaleza is $31 (R$154). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Fortaleza is $62 (R$307). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $31
    R$154
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $62
    R$307

Hotel Prices in Fortaleza

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Fortaleza based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $42. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Fortaleza
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Fortaleza is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $22 (R$107) per person, per day, on local transportation in Fortaleza.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $22
    R$107

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Flights to Fortaleza
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Rental Cars in Fortaleza
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Food Budget in Fortaleza
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Fortaleza can vary, the average cost of food in Fortaleza is $24 (R$121) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Fortaleza should cost around $9.80 (R$49) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Fortaleza is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $24
    R$121

Recommended


Entertainment Budget in Fortaleza
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Entertainment and activities in Fortaleza typically cost an average of $16 (R$77) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $16
    R$77

Recommended Activities


Alcohol Budget in Fortaleza
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $10 (R$51) on alcoholic beverages in Fortaleza per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $10
    R$51


Fortaleza On a Budget
Fortaleza Fortaleza, Brazil
A major city on Brazil's northeastern coast and the capital city of Ceara state, Fortaleza is best characterized by its city landscape lined with beaches and palm trees. It also features some great seafood as well as long-standing folk traditions in culture and dance.
Sights
One of the city's top attractions is the Theatro Jose de Alencar, an architectural landmark dating from 1912 that holds traditional dance performances nearly every night. It is located on the south side of the Praca Jose de Alencar-a public square with pleasant greenery and a popular site to catch some of the city's best street performers. Further entertainment can be found at the Dragao do Mar, a culture center that has an art museum, library, and cinema, located in an area of surrounding nightlife. Praca do Ferreira is the main city square, featuring plenty of stores, restaurants, a movie theater, and benches for taking a break to watch the bustle of the city go by.

For an escape from the bustle, visit the Parque Ecologico do Coco-Fortaleza's largest green area. Located near the Iguatemi mall, the park is an area of conservation that protects a number of threatened species of plant and animal life. Visitors also frequent Beach Park, located just outside of the city. It is a major waterpark resort with thrill rides, a stretch of natural beach, hotels, and dining.
Neighborhoods
The city of Fortaleza stretches about 20 kilometers along the Atlantic coast and up to 10 kilometers inland. The oldest part of town is Centro, a great place to wander and a hub for shopping with many busy streets lined with small stores. The bus station is about 4 kilometers south of Centro, and the airport just 2 kilometers further south. The main areas of interest for visitors are mostly located east of Centro. Praia de Iracema is a well-touristed area best known for its concentrated nightlife, restaurants, and accommodations. Meireles is a middle-class beach suburb with many upscale places to stay, while Varjota just south of Meireles is another middle-class suburb and home to many of Fortaleza's best restaurants. East of Meireles is the port area, Mucuripe. From here, the coast veers southward and leads down to the city's best beach, the 5 kilometer-long Praia do Futuro.

Activities
Besides exploring the city and enjoying its culture, music, and food, many visitors seek out the urban beaches. The nearest city beaches are Praia de Iracema and Meireles, though the most attractive is Praia do Futuro, about 5 kilometers from Meireles. Surfing competitions are often held here, while kite and wind surfing are also popular. Other activities include golf, schooner cruises, and festivals.
Food and Dining
Cuisine of Brazil varies greatly by region, usually a mix of indigenous, European, and African influences. As one of the largest cities in Brazil, Fortaleza has a full range of flavors from traditional dishes to international fare. Fortaleza and the state of CearĂ¡ as a whole are renowned for the seafood. As a result, there are plenty of seafood restaurants as well as a fish market where patrons can choose from a wide selection of shrimp, lobster, squid, and much more.

As far as traditional cooking goes, there are few favorites that can be found in Fortaleza. Churrasco, or grilled Brazilian barbeque, is central to Brazilian culture and cuisine and is often accompanied by a condiment called farofa, which consists of toasted manioc flour often enhanced with butter, salt, pepper, and bacon. Pacoca is also a staple in Northeastern Brazil, especially Fortaleza-a dish made of sun-dried beef, red onions, and cassava flour. Other main dishes include escondidinho de carne seca (shredded beef seasoned and topped with mashed cassava, or mandioca, butter, and then cheese) and baiao de dois (a casserole type dish made with beans and rice, green onion, pepper, cheese, meat, and coriander). For dessert, try a unique take on tapioca-prepared as a thin pancake and packed with sweet or savory flavors.

Transportation
The main airport serving the city is Pinto Martins-Fortaleza International Airport, named after Euclides Pinto Martins, a Ceara-born aviator, who in 1922 was one of the pioneers of the air-link between New York City and Rio de Janeiro. It is located about 11 kilometers south of the downtown area. There are a number of airlines operating to other parts of Brazil, such as Avianca Brazil and Azul Brazilian Airline, as well as international services including Condor which flies to Frankfort, TAP Portugal which flies to Lisbon, and LATAM Brasil which operates seasonally to Orlando. Visitors can take a bus or taxi between the airport and city center.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.