Adding new destinations of Nassau and Grand Cayman
Expanding more Cancun and Puerto Vallarta
MONTREAL, May 4, 2026 /CNW/ – Transat and Porter Airlines are taking another step forward in their commercial partnership by launching new Transat packages that combine Porter non-stop flights to Nassau, Grand Cayman, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, with Transat’s recognized tour operator expertise. Packages feature a curated selection of hotels in each destination, with a mix of all-inclusive and European Plan offerings depending on the property.
“These additions mark a significant enhancement to Transat’s South destination portfolio,” said Renée Boisvert, Vice-President, Tour Operator Products at Transat. “Through our partnership with Porter Airlines, we’re expanding our reach with sought-after destinations like Nassau and George Town, while giving travellers more ways to build the trip that suits them best.”
For some popular destinations served by both carriers, such as Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, packages will now feature expanded flight options operated by either Porter or Transat, offering travellers greater flexibility and convenience.
“Our partnership with Transat is reaching a new milestone. Porter’s initial entry into traditional South vacation markets with an air-only product this season was a huge success. The introduction of packages gives Canadian travellers another seamless way to experience Porter’s elevated flying experience paired with Transat’s trusted package expertise,” said Edmond Eldebs, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Porter Airlines. “We’re proud of what we’re building together and excited about the possibilities it creates for travellers.”
New packages will be available from Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton for travel on or after November 1, 2026. As Porter continues to expand its sun network across Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, passengers can build the vacation package that works best for them.
These packages will be accessible through Transat’s full range of distribution channels, serving both direct customers and travel agencies.
Since the joint venture signed between Air Transat and Porter at the end of 2023, the two airlines have been steadily bringing together their highly complementary networks, making it easier for travellers to connect seamlessly between Porter’s growing North American network and Transat’s international destinations.
About Transat
Founded in Montreal in 1987, Transat has achieved worldwide recognition as a provider of leisure travel particularly as an airline under the Air Transat brand. Voted World’s Best Leisure Airline by passengers at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, it flies to international destinations. Based in Montreal, Transat has nearly 5,000 employees with a common purpose to bring people closer together. (TSX: TRZ) www.transat.com
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.
New service to Aruba and Jamaica, and new destinations in Costa Rica and Mexico
First international Porter flights from Alberta
Halifax, Hamilton, Ottawa and Toronto gaining southern service
TORONTO / April 30, 2026 – Porter Airlines is flying south next winter to four new destinations. In addition to a robust set of new sun routes from Eastern Canada, Porter is introducing its first international flights from Alberta. This includes over 40 warm-weather routes for the 2026-27 season.
The carrier has been growing at a rapid pace with the introduction of new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft into its fleet, allowing it to expand throughout North America, serving new regions such as the Caribbean, Central America and Mexico. Additions to this year’s schedule include Aruba, San Jose, Montego Bay and Los Cabos. This is in addition to existing service to Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Nassau, Grand Cayman and Liberia.
New flights are also being introduced from Edmonton to Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, Las Vegas and Phoenix. From Calgary, service to Phoenix is being added to the schedule.
In addition, Porter will resume service between Vancouver and Phoenix, and introduce a second daily flight from Toronto. All flights offer connectivity beyond Phoenix to partner American Airlines’ large domestic network.
Other markets benefitting from new service are Halifax, Hamilton, Ottawa and Toronto. Halifax will see flights to Cancun and Fort Lauderdale; Hamilton connects with Montego Bay; Ottawa adds Aruba, Montego Bay and Los Cabos; and Toronto adds Aruba, San Jose, Montego Bay and Los Cabos.
Porter is the only airline to offer service to Aruba and Los Cabos from Ottawa, as well as Montego Bay from Hamilton.
In total, Porter will operate nearly 5,000 flights to sun destinations for the upcoming winter season. This represents an increase of greater than 150 percent compared to the previous year.
“We are concluding an extremely successful first season of flying to southern markets beyond the U.S. and are building on this with additional destinations and routes for next winter,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting. “Our network is growing by two new countries, four cities and 15 routes through this announcement. Six airports across Canada are benefiting from this service, giving travellers many new and competitive options for choosing their winter getaways.”
A complete overview of new routes follows:
Route*
Start Date
Peak Frequency
Toronto (YYZ) – Aruba (AUA)
Oct. 30, 2026
5x weekly
Toronto (YYZ) – Los Cabos, Mexico (SJD)
Nov. 16, 2026
3x weekly
Toronto (YYZ) – Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ)
Nov. 23, 2026
5x weekly
Toronto (YYZ) – San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO)
Dec. 2, 2026
4x weekly
Ottawa (YOW) – Aruba (AUA)
Nov. 7, 2026
2x weekly
Ottawa (YOW) – Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ)
Nov. 25, 2026
2x weekly
Ottawa (YOW) – Los Cabos, Mexico (SJD)
Dec. 18, 2026
2x weekly
Halifax (YHZ) – Fort Launderdale (FLL)
Dec. 17, 2026
4x weekly
Halifax (YHZ) – Cancun, Mexico (CUN)
Dec. 18, 2026
3x weekly
Hamilton (YHM) – Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ)
Dec. 20, 2026
2x weekly
Edmonton (YEG) – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (PVR)
Nov. 3, 2026
3x weekly
Edmonton (YEG) – Phoenix (PHX)
Nov. 6, 2026
Daily
Edmonton (YEG) – Los Cabos, Mexico (SJD)
Nov. 16, 2026
4x weekly
Edmonton (YEG) – Las Vegas (LAS)
Nov. 16, 2026
4x weekly
Calgary (YYC) – Phoenix (PHX)
Dec. 20, 2026
Daily
*Flights to / from Montego Bay (MBJ) and San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO) are subject to regulatory approvals.
In addition to new routes, Porter is increasing capacity for several popular existing winter markets, providing even more options for Canadians to explore warm weather destinations.
Routes
Previous frequency
New frequency
Ottawa (YOW) – Cancun, Mexico (CUN)
5x weekly
10x weekly
Ottawa (YOW) – Fort Myers (RSW)
3x weekly
5x weekly
Ottawa (YOW) – Miami (MIA)
3x weekly
4x weekly
Ottawa (YOW) – Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS)
1x weekly
2x weekly
Hamilton (YHM) – Cancun, Mexico (CUN)
3x weekly
6x weekly
Hamilton (YHM) – Fort Launderdale (FLL)
5x weekly
Daily
Hamilton (YHM) – Orlando (MCO)
5x weekly
Daily
Toronto (YYZ) – Phoenix (PHX)
Daily
2x daily
Toronto (YYZ) – Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
5x weekly
Daily
On every flight, passengers enjoy Porter’s signature service, including no middle seats, complimentary wine and beer served in glassware and premium snacks. Routes operated with the new Embraer E195-E2 also have free, fast WiFi available for everyone.
Full schedule details are available at www.flyporter.com.
Quotes
“This is a meaningful vote of confidence in the Edmonton region and the people and businesses that call it home. These new routes strengthen our position as an important gateway, enhancing connectivity and giving travellers additional non-stop options to popular warm-weather getaways.”
Myron Keehn, president and CEO, Edmonton International Airport
“Nova Scotians love getting away to sunny destinations during the colder months, so we’re excited to see Porter expand its winter network in Halifax. Porter has been steadily growing in our market, and these additional flights provide even more choice and convenient access to popular destinations in Mexico and Florida.”
Marie Manning, vice president, business development and chief commercial officer, Halifax International Airport Authority
“We’re pleased to see Porter Airlines continue to grow its presence at Hamilton International with the addition of Montego Bay this winter. Alongside the return of popular routes to Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, this expansion reflects strong demand for sun destinations in our market and reinforces Hamilton International’s role as a convenient, easy and stress-free gateway for leisure travel.”
Peter Tong, chief executive officer, John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport
“Porter Airlines’ announcement of new service from Ottawa to Oranjestad, Aruba; Montego Bay, Jamaica; and San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, is tremendous news for travellers across the National Capital Region. Combined with increased capacity to Cancun and Fort Myers, these additions further strengthen Porter’s position as YOW’s largest airline based on the number of non-stop destinations served. YOW continues to function as a major connecting hub in Porter’s growing network, giving travellers convenient access to an expanding range of sun destinations and markets across North America.”
Joel Tkach, vice president, business development and marketing, Ottawa International Airport Authority
“We welcome Porter’s continued expansion at Toronto Pearson. Many Canadians look to escape the cold by exploring new sun destinations each winter. With new service to places like Aruba and Jamaica, along with expanded routes in Costa Rica and Mexico, Porter is offering passengers more choice and flexibility when planning their winter getaways.”
Kurush Minocher, chief commercial officer, Toronto Pearson
About Porter Airlines
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com.
YHM network grows to 12 destinations across Canada, U.S., Mexico
TORONTO–25 March 2026–Porter Airlines is adding a new link between Hamilton and Canada’s capital with the launch of nonstop service to Ottawa International Airport (YOW).
Service begins June 22, with two daily flights operated by Porter’s 78-seat De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. The route gives Hamilton travellers convenient access to Ottawa, while also connecting to 11 destinations through Porter’s YOW hub.
Flight schedules are as follows:
Route
Departure
Arrival
Frequency
Ottawa – Hamilton
8:35 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
9:43 a.m. 3:08 p.m.
2x daily
Hamilton – Ottawa
10:25 a.m. 6:35 p.m.
11:29 a.m. 7:39 p.m.
All times local
This follows the recent announcement of 14x weekly service between the new Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET) and Hamilton. Porter now serves 12 year-round and seasonal destinations from YHM, spanning across Canada, and multiple destinations in Florida and Mexico. This reflects the airline’s continued investment in the region.
“This new route gives passengers more options and greater convenience. Hamilton travellers can now fly seamlessly to Ottawa and easily connect to destinations across Atlantic Canada and the U.S. East Coast, including Boston and New York,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “At the same time, Ottawa passengers gain direct access to Hamilton, the gateway to Niagara region wineries, 100-plus waterfalls and a vibrant culinary scene – there’s lots to explore for every type of visitor.”
Porter’s elevated onboard experience provides every passenger with complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, and a selection of Canadian premium snacks. The all-inclusive PorterReserve fares include additional perks, such as the ability to change flights without a fee, dedicated check-in, extra legroom, and two checked bags. For travellers who prefer to choose specific features to fit their needs, PorterClassic fares offer these perks à la carte.
To view the full flight schedule, visit flyporter.com.
Additional Quotes
“Porter’s addition of service to Ottawa from Hamilton International highlights the momentum we’re building in the region and the increasing demand from both business and leisure travellers. With recent investments in airport infrastructure, including the addition of passenger jet bridges, we’re elevating the travel experience for every guest – delivering speed, ease and comfort at every step of the journey.”
– Peter Tong, chief executive officer of Hamilton International
“Porter Airlines continues to be a driving force in Ottawa’s air service growth, and we’re pleased to welcome the launch of YOW–Hamilton (YHM) service. Ottawa is proud to serve as a major hub in Porter’s network, supporting both significant origin‑and‑destination demand and robust connecting traffic. With the largest number of non‑stop destinations at YOW, Porter’s continued investment strengthens connectivity for our region and expands convenient travel options for our passengers.”
– Joel Tkach, vice president, business development and marketing, Ottawa International Airport Authority
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com
12 nonstop routes from coast to coast starting June 15
LONGUEUIL, Quebec–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is transforming air travel in Montreal by bringing its elevated passenger experience to the revitalized Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET). Service begins on June 15, with 12 routes being introduced across Canada.
Passengers flying from MET will step into a unique, modern terminal featuring an open concept departure lounge with comfortable seating throughout. YHU Infrastructure Partners developed and operates the new terminal, focusing on creating a more enjoyable airport experience that puts passengers at ease. Its compact and efficient design saves travellers substantial time when departing or arriving.
Located in Longueuil on Montreal’s South Shore, the airport’s location offers a more convenient air travel option for greater than 50% of the region’s population and provides easy access to downtown and Montreal’s central neighbourhoods. MET, formerly called Saint-Hubert Airport, will be a significant boost for the local economy, including the travel and tourism sectors.
Porter’s inaugural MET flight schedule puts Montreal at the centre of a cross-country network. Twelve coast-to-coast routes are starting within a week:
New routes from MET*
Start date
Frequency
Quebec City (YQB)
June 15
7x weekly
St. John’s (YYT) **
June 15
7x weekly
Toronto City (YTZ)
June 15
27x weekly
Toronto Pearson (YYZ)
June 15
20x weekly
Vancouver (YVR)
June 15
14x weekly
Edmonton (YEG)
June 16
7x weekly
Calgary (YYC)
June 17
7x weekly
Halifax (YHZ)
June 17
14x weekly
Charlottetown (YYG) **
June 18
7x weekly
Winnipeg (YWG) **
June 18
7x weekly
Moncton (YQM) **
June 19
7x weekly
Hamilton (YHM)
June 22
14x weekly
*Note: MET’s official airport designation code is YHU
**Seasonal route
All flights are now available for booking at flyporter.com and through travel agencies.
MET will be served by both the 78-seat De Havilland Dash 8-400 and the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2. There are no middle seats on any Porter flight.
Montreal has been a central part of Porter’s strategy since it began flying to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) when the airline was founded in 2006. MET’s opening allows for a rapid 91% expansion of Porter’s peak summer capacity in the region, including six new non-stop destinations. There are as many as 244 weekly departures from the city–138 from MET and 106 from YUL.
New flights at MET complement Porter’s continuing commitment to Montreal-Trudeau. By serving both airports, Porter is offering passengers more choice, flexibility, and convenience in selecting their flights and destinations.
In the last three years, Porter has introduced 52 E195-E2s into its fleet. This enabled rapid growth throughout North America, including transcontinental flights in Canada and the U.S., plus service to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. The airline continues expanding its network, which currently includes 112 routes across 49 year-round and seasonal destinations.
Its arrival at MET is part of this plan to have an even stronger presence across Canada. A partnership with regional airline Pascan, based at MET, also provides improved connectivity throughout Quebec’s regions and the Maritimes. Passengers are able to purchase a single ticket that includes flights on both airlines, with seamless baggage connections.
Porter has earned recognition as a top airline within North America. It is celebrated for a refined and caring service culture, complementary premium snacks, a choice of beverages, including free beer and wine served in real glassware, plus free, fast WiFi on its E195-E2 aircraft. The airline’s generous service, combined with MET’s exceptional passenger experience, will elevate the art of travelling.
“The new MET terminal development represents an exceptional private investment in transportation infrastructure that Greater Montreal will benefit from for generations. Porter is bringing a wide range of flight options to the airport, along with a genuine commitment to the community. Our philosophy is to treat everyone with care and this is perfectly complemented by the overall travel experience passengers will enjoy at MET. We are eager to begin this journey with an unprecedented amount of new service.” – Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines
“MET is very proud to count on Porter Airlines as a leading strategic partner in enhancing connectivity for Greater Montreal across Canada. With Porter’s strong presence at MET, the opening of the new terminal is built on solid foundations and promises a reliable and forward-looking future for the greatest benefit of passengers.” – Yanic Roy, CEO, MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport
“As Porter prepares to begin operations at MET, passengers will quickly notice a different kind of airport experience. The terminal has been designed to make every step before boarding simpler, faster and more comfortable — from arrival at the Terminal to the gate. With its compact layout and a simple, streamlined passenger flow, travellers can move through the terminal with ease and spend more time relaxing before their flight. Together with Porter’s elevated onboard service, this creates a seamless and refreshing travel experience.” – Charles Roberge, president and CEO, YHU Infrastructure Partners
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com
New facility streamlines travel experience for passengers
TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is celebrating a significant enhancement for Toronto travellers with the opening of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) Preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), marking a new era of convenience for passengers.
As the airport’s largest airline and a longtime advocate for Preclearance, Porter welcomes this streamlined travel experience for the hundreds of thousands of passengers who fly on its U.S. routes each year. The airline has been the driving force behind U.S. traffic at the airport, accounting for all cross-border service since it started operating these routes nearly two decades ago. This represents over 13 million passengers to date.
“Porter has strongly supported Preclearance at Billy Bishop for over 15 years, recognizing the tremendous value it brings to travellers. This is an important development for our passengers and the airport,” said Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines. “Since launching U.S. flights from YTZ in 2008, Porter has been committed to providing elevated economy service between Toronto and key American cities. Preclearance represents the next chapter in that journey.”
Porter operates up to 16 daily flights to five U.S. destinations from YTZ to established markets in Boston, Chicago, New York/Newark and Washington, D.C. New service to Nashville (BNA) begins on May 11, and existing Chicago service transitions to O’Hare (ORD) from Midway (MDW), as of Sept. 1.
With Preclearance becoming operational, Porter passengers will clear customs and immigration in Toronto before departure, arriving at U.S. airports as domestic passengers. This eliminates additional time for customs processing upon arrival and facilitates faster connections for those with continuing itineraries.
“Billy Bishop has consistently facilitated U.S. travel each year for more passengers than other airports that already have Preclearance. We thank the Canadian and U.S. governments for enabling this important investment, as well as Toronto Port Authority and Nieuport Aviation for ensuring that all requirements were in place for the facility to open,” added Deluce.
To ensure a seamless experience through the new facility, passengers travelling to the U.S. are advised to arrive at Billy Bishop three hours before departure, subject to airport operating hours. Check-in and baggage drop-off counters now close 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure times for U.S. flights, allowing for necessary processing through screening before boarding.
For more information about Porter’s U.S. destinations, visit flyporter.com.
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com
TORONTO / February 18, 2026—A new destination in Austin, TX, plus an updated presence in Chicago at O’Hare International Airport are featured as Porter Airlines adds two airports and three routes to its growing North American network.
In Canada, new seasonal service between Ottawa and Deer Lake (YDF) begins June 10. This route complements existing flights from Toronto Pearson and Halifax.
Expanding Porter’s U.S. network are year-round flights between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Toronto Pearson, beginning May 21.
On Sept. 1, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) service to Chicago is moving from Midway (MDW) to O’Hare (ORD), providing travellers with access to the city’s primary airport and an increase of flight frequency to three per day. Porter has served Chicago from Billy Bishop since 2008, and passengers will now benefit from the new U.S. CBP Preclearance facility opening in the coming weeks at YTZ. Future connecting itineraries will also be enabled via O’Hare with partner airlines. Porter continues to build frequency and connectivity from Toronto’s downtown airport, providing more options for travellers than any other airline.
A summary of new destinations and routes follows:
New destinations and routes
Start date
Frequency
Toronto Pearson – Austin (E195-E2)*
May 21, 2026
5x weekly
Ottawa – Deer Lake (E195-E2)*
June 10, 2026
5x weekly (seasonal)
Toronto City – Chicago O’Hare (Dash 8-400)*
Sept. 1, 2026
3x daily
*Aircraft type
On every flight, passengers enjoy Porter’s signature service, including no middle seats, complimentary wine and beer served in glassware and premium snacks. Routes operated with the new Embraer E195-E2 also have free, fast WiFi available for everyone.
These new additions to the network come shortly after Porter’s recent summer schedule announcement, which includes nine new routes, new destinations, added frequencies and the continuation of popular winter markets.
“Porter continues to offer more destinations and flights that complement existing schedules and connect travellers across North America through our hubs,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “Travellers want more options and, when flying with Porter, they receive an elevated level of care and service that makes getting there enjoyable and something to look forward to.”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines as a new partner at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport,” said AUS chief executive officer Ghizlane Badawi. “Expanding international connectivity is a key priority for AUS, and we’re delighted to welcome this new nonstop service to Toronto, which will provide our travelers with more convenient options to connect for business, leisure, and beyond.”
“On behalf of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, we welcome Porter Airlines to the busiest airport in the United States, the nation’s best-connected airport, and a rapidly growing hub for American Airlines, Porter’s new codeshare partner,” said commissioner Michael McMurray of the Chicago Department of Aviation. “We look forward to years of strong service from Porter, further strengthening the connection between two of North America’s greatest cities.”
“Expanding access to the nation’s capital supports our community, businesses, government travellers, and the tourism sector,” said Tammy Priddle, president and CEO, Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority. “Porter Airlines continues to demonstrate confidence in our market. This new route enhances connectivity for residents and visitors and aligns strongly with our long-term air access objectives. Service to Ottawa provides enhanced access to Porter’s growing network throughout Canada, transborder and internationally.”
“Porter Airlines’ new nonstop service between Ottawa and Deer Lake is another strong vote of confidence in YOW and in our region,” said Susan Margles, president and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority. “With the most nonstop routes from Ottawa, Porter continues to expand meaningful connections, and we’re pleased to support this latest addition. The service strengthens Ottawa’s role in Porter’s network while giving travellers convenient access to western Newfoundland.”
“The Toronto Port Authority celebrates this important milestone for Porter Airlines, which strengthens Toronto’s connectivity with Chicago O’Hare International Airport, a key North American hub. Global connections out of Chicago are vital for Torontonians and the region, supporting both business and leisure travel. With U.S. preclearance set to launch at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, airlines will be able to serve destinations that were previously out of reach, creating new opportunities for growth, collaboration and improved passenger convenience. We congratulate Porter Airlines, a valued partner at YTZ, on this important achievement and look forward to the benefits it will bring to travellers and the local economy,” said RJ Steenstra, president and CEO, Toronto Port Authority.
“Porter Airlines’ continued growth at Toronto Pearson is great news for travellers,” said Kurush Minocher, chief commercial officer, Toronto Pearson. “As Canada’s largest and busiest airport, we remain focused on providing passengers with more choice and greater connectivity. Porter’s expansion increases access to key markets like Austin and strengthens their broader network reach through Pearson, making it even easier for travellers to reach the destinations that matter to them.”
“We applaud the tremendous growth of Porter Airlines in recent months, creating even more opportunity for Canadians to experience the energy, vibrancy and appeal of the United States. Forecasts indicate that over 16 million Canadians will visit the U.S. in 2026. The new non-stop routes into the U.S. and service expansions underscore the importance of sustaining cross-border connectivity. We look forward to working with our airline partners like Porter and welcoming even more Canadian visitors to destinations across the country,” says Chris Heywood, senior vice president, public relations & chief communications officer, Brand USA.
11 February 2026–TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines (Canada) Limited (PACL) has achieved a significant operational milestone with registration in the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) program.
The IOSA registration, which covers Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 operations, confirms the airline’s adherence to the highest global safety standards for operational management and control. This achievement is a key step in Porter’s growth strategy, enabling future partnerships with international carriers.
“Safety is the foundation of our growth and part of the promise we make to our passengers,” said Kent Woodside, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Porter Airlines. “Achieving IOSA registration for our E195-E2 operations validates our investment in world-class safety management systems. It signals to the global aviation community that Porter operates with rigorous discipline, even during a period of exceptional growth.”
The IOSA program is the internationally-recognized benchmark for global airline safety management. The comprehensive audit assessed PACL’s documentation and implementation of over 900 standards and recommended practices across key operational areas, including:
Flight operations and dispatch
Aircraft engineering and maintenance
Cabin operations
Ground handling and cargo operations
Operational security
Registration in the IOSA program provides Porter with a standardized framework for safety audits, reducing redundancy and streamlining compliance processes. Crucially, it facilitates commercial opportunities with other IOSA-registered airlines, supporting Porter’s objective to continue expanding its reach through partnerships.
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com
New route complements existing service from Toronto and Ottawa
MONTREAL–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is inaugurating nonstop flights today between Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS). This marks the airline’s first Caribbean service from Montreal. This winter seasonal service operates up to three times weekly and enhances Porter’s presence in The Bahamas, complementing existing service from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Ottawa (YOW). Passengers now have the flexibility to access Nassau from three of Porter’s Eastern Canadian hubs, offering more options for winter getaways.
“Launching our first Caribbean flight from Montreal is a great addition for travellers who want more choice and convenience when planning winter travel,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “Passengers can expect Porter’s elevated economy experience, including no middle seats and thoughtful service.”
The route is flown by Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, configured with 132 seats in a comfortable two-by-two layout. Every passenger also benefits from free, fast WiFi, while enjoying Porter’s signature onboard hospitality that includes complimentary premium Canadian snacks and beer and wine served in glassware.
Travellers looking for additional comfort and flexibility can choose the all-inclusive PorterReserve fares, which provide benefits such as flexible ticketing options, priority services at the airport and extra legroom seating at the front of the aircraft. PorterReserve customers are also treated to fresh, high-quality meals and premium pre-mixed cocktails. These perks can be added à la carte when booking PorterClassic fares.
Members of the VIPorter loyalty program can use their points to book trips to sun destinations, with redemptions starting from as low as 10,000 points for a one-way flight.
Nassau serves as a gateway to The Bahamas, offering visitors immediate access to world-famous beaches, rich local culture, and exceptional hospitality. This new direct link from Montreal connects passengers to the heart of the islands, creating seamless opportunities to explore the diverse attractions in Nassau or connect to the wider archipelago for a unique island-hopping experience.
Flights are available for booking at flyporter.com and through travel agents.
Additional Quotes
“ADM Aéroports de Montréal is thrilled to welcome this flight to Nassau, operated by our partner Porter, which will delight travellers seeking warmth, entertainment, and unforgettable memories. We are very pleased to support Porter in expanding its service offering with its very first international destination at YUL. It’s the diversity of the offer that makes our air service so rich, and we extend our gratitude to the entire Porter team for their relentless efforts in making this a reality.”
– Karl Brochu, vice president, airport operations and air services development, Aéroports de Montréal (ADM)
“LPIA is pleased to welcome Porter Airlines’ new nonstop service from Montreal to Nassau. This new route further strengthens our airport’s role as a key regional hub and reflects continued, strategic growth in airlift to The Bahamas. As passenger demand increases, we remain focused on maintaining a careful balance between airport growth and expansion, and service excellence at LPIA. We look forward to continuing to work closely with Porter Airlines and our tourism and aviation partners to ensure the long-term success of this new route.”
– Vernice Walkine, president & CEO, Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD)
“The launch of Montreal–Nassau service is a strong vote of confidence in Nassau & Paradise Island. Canada remains a key area for our destination, with interest from Montreal rising and visits to our website up more than 130% from this market. This expanded connectivity strengthens our reach while supporting sustained, demand-led airlift, and we’re pleased to deepen our partnership with Porter Airlines and welcome even more visitors from Canada.”
– Joy Jibrilu, CEO, Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board
About Porter Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.
Porter Airlines is celebrating the launch of nonstop service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is celebrating the launch of nonstop service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). This seasonal route is the airline’s first transborder route from Western Canada. Flights operate daily until April 19, 2026.
“Being able to give travellers more convenient options to travel from Vancouver is a pivotal moment for Porter,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “This route makes Phoenix’s unique desert and mountain landscape more accessible to our passengers in the west, and offers travellers a seamless connection to additional destinations in the U.S., through our codeshare partner, American Airlines.”
Flights will operate on the airline’s Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, featuring a 132-seat configuration with no middle seats. All passengers will enjoy Porter’s elevated economy experience with free premium snacks, complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, and free, fast WiFi.
“We’re excited for Porter’s growth in the Phoenix market,” said Aviation Director Chad Makovsky. “Their partnership and commitment mean that travellers have more high-quality, convenient options between Phoenix and Canada. We look forward to welcoming travellers on Porter’s first transborder route from Vancouver.”
“We are pleased to support Porter Airlines’ growth at YVR and celebrate this additional new service from Vancouver,” said Russ Atkinson, Director, Air Service Development at Vancouver International Airport. “The new non-stop route to Phoenix strengthens connectivity for British Columbians, adds capacity for a key leisure and business destination, and supports economic activity while providing travellers with greater choice.”
For those looking for an all-inclusive package, the PorterReserve fare also includes fresh, healthy meals, extra legroom, flexible flight change options, two checked bags, and dedicated check-in. The same features can be purchased a la carte in the PorterClassic fare, for passengers wanting to customize their travel experience.
This is Porter’s third route to Phoenix, joining year-round service from Toronto Pearson and seasonal Ottawa flights. Connections are also available from Phoenix through Porter’s partner, American Airlines, to destinations such as Tucson and San Diego.
About Porter Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.
Porter Airlines is bringing a warming trend to 2026 with inaugural flights to Miami (MIA) and Phoenix (PHX) from Ottawa International Airport (YOW). These represent the only nonstop service from YOW to MIA and PHX.
OTTAWA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is bringing a warming trend to 2026 with inaugural flights to Miami (MIA) and Phoenix (PHX) from Ottawa International Airport (YOW). These represent the only nonstop service from YOW to MIA and PHX.
Miami service began on Jan. 24, with three weekly flights. The popular destination adds to Ottawa’s growing list of Florida markets, including Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando and Tampa. Phoenix flights also operate three times weekly, beginning Feb. 7.
Both new routes provide greater international and cross-border connectivity for onward travel by two significant hubs for Porter’s codeshare partner, American Airlines. In Phoenix, this opens up 36 additional destinations in the Western U.S. operated by American Airlines and its affiliates, including Tucson, Honolulu, Kahului, and San Diego, and offering easy connections to many popular cities.
“The ongoing addition of nonstop routes from YOW reflects Porter’s commitment to Ottawa-Gatineau,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “Canadians want to escape winter and these in-demand routes provide more options and more sun for the region.”
This winter, Porter is offering more flights from YOW than any other carrier, serving 26 non-stop routes. The following are flight schedules for Miami and Phoenix:
Route
Departure
Arrival
Peak frequency
YOW – MIA
10:10 a.m.
1:55 p.m.
3x weekly
MIA – YOW
2:55 p.m.
6:35 p.m.
3x weekly
YOW – PHX
10:20 a.m.
1:45 p.m.
3x weekly
PHX – YOW
2:45 p.m.
9:15 p.m.
3x weekly
All times local
Porter’s onboard experience provides every passenger with complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, a selection of Canadian premium snacks, and free, fast streaming WiFi. The all-inclusive PorterReserve fare includes fresh, healthy meals, and features such as the ability to change flights without a fee, dedicated check-in, extra legroom, and two checked bags. For travellers who prefer to choose specific features to fit their needs, the PorterClassic fare offers these perks à la carte. Passengers can choose to fly with the only airline that emphasizes style, care and charm in every aspect of the flight experience.
Miami and Phoenix are part of a larger expansion into sun markets from Ottawa this season, with destinations in Mexico, The Bahamas, Cayman Islands and Costa Rica operating since December.
“Porter Airlines’ latest YOW service expansion adds nonstop flights to Miami and Phoenix, responding to strong passenger demand for warm‑weather travel. These routes further strengthen our connectivity to the U.S. Southwest and open valuable opportunities for our region. As YOW’s largest airline by number of nonstop destinations served, Porter continues to demonstrate impressive network growth, supported by the expanded connectivity offered through its codeshare partnership with American Airlines.” – Joel Tkach, Vice President, Business Development and Marketing, Ottawa International Airport Authority
“I am thrilled that Porter Airlines has enlarged its presence at MIA by re-establishing nonstop air service between Miami-Dade County and Canada’s capital city, which hasn’t existed since early 2020. Ottawa is also now MIA’s fourth Canadian destination, creating another nonstop option between our community and our neighbors to the north. Thanks to Porter’s three new weekly flights from Ottawa, we look forward to welcoming more visitors from Canada and to expanding one of our top international travel markets, which is already responsible for more than 700,000 MIA passengers annually.” – Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor, Miami-Dade County
“The launch of seasonal nonstop service to Ottawa is another great addition to our route map and represents the first time our two cities have been connected by air. The service will offer Phoenicians a new, easy option to experience Canada’s capital and also bring new visitors to our beautiful state.” – Chad Makovsky, Aviation Director, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
About Porter Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.
