Porter Airlines launches new nonstop service between Ottawa and Hamilton
Porter Airlines is inaugurating service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) today, offering travellers a new nonstop option between the nation's capital and the heart of Southern Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe region.
Porter is the only airline operating nonstop between Ottawa and Hamilton, with twice-daily service on the 78-seat De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. All Porter flights feature no middle seats, ensuring every passenger's comfort, along with the airline’s signature service, including complimentary wine and beer served in glassware and premium snacks.
The flight schedules are as follows:
| Route | Departure | Arrival |
| Ottawa to Hamilton | 8:35 a.m. 2:00 p.m. | 9:43 a.m. 3:08 p.m. |
| Hamilton to Ottawa | 10:25 a.m. 6:35 p.m. | 11:39 a.m. 7:49 p.m |
All times local
The new route also opens convenient connections through Ottawa to Atlantic Canada, with onward service to Charlottetown, Fredericton and Moncton.
Ottawa offers travellers a wealth of experiences year-round. From the historic Byward Market and world-class museums and galleries, to cycling and kayaking along the Rideau Canal, and vibrant summer festivals that fill the city with energy.
Hamilton serves as an ideal gateway to some of Ontario's most celebrated destinations, including Niagara Falls and wine country. The city itself has emerged as a dynamic cultural destination with a thriving arts and culinary scene.
With today's launch of service to both Ottawa and Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET), travellers in the Greater Hamilton Area now have nonstop flights to 13 Porter destinations, with a growing mix of domestic, transborder and sun destinations. Porter is also the only airline serving all three GTHA airports, Toronto City, Toronto Pearson and Hamilton, giving travellers across the region unmatched flexibility and connectivity.
Flights are available for booking at flyporter.com.
Quotes
"Hamilton and Ottawa are important markets for Porter, and today's launch reflects our commitment to connecting more Canadians with the travel experience they deserve. Whether flying for business or leisure, passengers on this route will enjoy the seamless, genuine service Porter is known for."
Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines
“Porter Airlines' new service between Hamilton and Ottawa is welcome news for travellers and for both communities. Hamilton’s strengths in industry, health sciences, education, and advanced manufacturing make it an important partner for Canada's Capital Region, and this new route strengthens those connections. We’re pleased to see Porter continue to invest in YOW and expand its network. And while Hamilton’s steel heritage is well known, this new link adds a smooth, well-forged connection between our two cities.”
Joel Tkach, Vice President, Business Development and Marketing, Ottawa Airport Authority
"We’re pleased to welcome new service to Ottawa, providing business and leisure travellers in our region with direct access to Canada’s capital from Hamilton International. As Porter continues to grow its network at YHM – now serving 14 nonstop destinations – passengers benefit from more choice, greater convenience and an easy airport experience that enhances every journey.”
Peter Tong, Chief Executive Officer, John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport