## Porter Airlines Soars to New Heights, Becoming Toronto’s Second Largest Airline
Porter Airlines is taking flight in a major way, unveiling its largest winter schedule ever and claiming the title of Toronto’s second largest airline. With a whopping 180 daily flights connecting passengers to 34 destinations across Canada and the United States, Porter is demonstrating its commitment to providing an elevated travel experience.
This impressive expansion sees Porter operating up to 86 daily flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport, a 19% increase from last winter’s schedule. The airline now serves 23 destinations from Pearson, including four exciting new additions: West Palm Beach, San Diego, Thunder Bay, and Palm Springs. Every flight from Pearson is powered by the state-of-the-art, 132-seat Embraer E195-E2, offering passengers a comfortable and modern journey.
This expansion has not only made Porter the second-largest Canadian carrier between Canada and the United States at Toronto Pearson, but also doubled the airline’s flights to Florida. Passengers can now choose from up to 20 daily departures between Toronto and six sunny destinations across the Sunshine State.
“Porter has demonstrated their commitment to building a hub at Toronto Pearson with an impressive 21 routes launching from our airport since it started service in 2023,” said Kurush Minocher, Executive Director Customer Experience and Airline Relations, Toronto Pearson. “We celebrate the new four destinations launching this winter and look forward to continuing to evolve our partnership to bring passengers even more options on routes.”
At Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, Porter continues to offer its award-winning service, providing up to 94 daily flights to 15 destinations, including both domestic Canadian and U.S. markets. The airport’s convenient location provides passengers with unmatched access to downtown Toronto, making it a preferred choice for those seeking a seamless travel experience.
“Porter Airlines began its journey at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport in 2006 and has grown to become one of Canada’s most cherished and largest airlines,” stated RJ Steenstra, President and CEO of PortsToronto, which owns and operates the airport. “This winter, we are excited to collaborate with the Porter Airlines team to continue providing the award-winning service that our passengers have come to expect, ensuring they reach their destinations with ease.”
Across both airports, Porter operates a remarkable 180 flights each day, offering 9,340 seats, solidifying its position as Toronto’s second largest airline. The airline’s extensive network connects passengers to every Canadian province and numerous destinations in the southern U.S., including Arizona, California, Florida, and Nevada.
“Becoming the second-largest carrier in Toronto is the result of our passengers’ response to Porter’s elevated experience and the service provided by the entire Porter team,” said Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines. “As a result, we’ve become a major competitor across North America by challenging the definition of what it means to travel in economy.”
Every Porter flight embodies the airline’s commitment to exceptional service. Passengers enjoy the comfort of no middle seats, complimentary wine and beer served in glassware, premium snacks, and complimentary, high-speed WiFi on Embraer E195-E2 routes. Porter Airlines continues to raise the bar for air travel, demonstrating its commitment to providing passengers with a truly elevated experience.