Issued by Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines is adding another destination to its sun network with service to Providenciales (PLS), Turks and Caicos. The new non-stop flights are available from Toronto Pearson (YYZ), five times weekly, beginning Nov. 6, and Ottawa (YOW), twice weekly, beginning Dec. 17.  

Turks and Caicos is the fifth new sun destination to be added to Porter’s growing winter seasonal network, joining recently announced Aruba, San Jose (Costa Rica), Montego Bay and Los Cabos. This is in addition to existing service to Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Nassau, Grand Cayman and Liberia.

Hamilton International Airport (YHM) is also gaining a new route to Tampa (TPA), Florida, with four weekly flights, beginning Dec. 18. This is the third city in Florida that Porter flies to from Hamilton, joining Orlando and Fort Lauderdale. 

These non-stop flights connect three Canadian airports to popular sun destinations. Flight schedules are as follows:

*PLS routes are subject to government approval

Passengers on these routes will experience Porter’s signature elevated economy service aboard the state-of-the-art, 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. Featuring no middle seats, complimentary wine and beer served in glassware, premium snacks, and free high-speed WiFi. 

PorterReserve passengers enjoy additional benefits such as priority check-in, enhanced legroom, and fresh, healthy meals, while these features can also be purchased à la carte with PorterClassic fares.

Detailed schedules are available on www.flyporter.com.

Quotes

"Porter is focused on delivering what passengers truly want–more destinations and a distinctly elevated economy experience. Travelling with Porter is designed to put passengers at ease, thanks to our signature service and genuine hospitality. We look forward to welcoming passengers onboard for their next getaway."

Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines

“Porter continues to demonstrate its commitment to Hamilton International Airport, bringing new destinations, enhanced connectivity and greater travel choice to our community. The addition of Tampa strengthens our growing Florida and sun destination network and reflects our shared commitment to providing Southern Ontario travellers with more choice and an easy, convenient travel experience.” 

Peter Tong, CEO, TradePort International Corporation

"We’re excited to celebrate the launch of this new nonstop service to Hamilton later this year with our partners at Porter Airlines. As Porter’s first route to this destination from Tampa International Airport, this service will strengthen connections between our regions, bringing more Canadian visitors to Tampa Bay while providing local travelers with a convenient new option for reaching Ontario.”  

 Michael Stephens,  CEO, TPA

“We’re excited that Porter Airlines is adding Providenciales (Provo) to its growing list of non-stop sunshine destinations from YOW. Given Canada’s long-standing relationship with Turks and Caicos, this new service will resonate strongly with travellers across Ottawa–Gatineau, thanks to the island’s standout beaches and wide range of adventure activities.” 

Joel Tkach, vice president, business development and marketing, Ottawa International Airport Authority

“Each year, many travellers seek out new sun destinations to escape Canada’s winter.  Porter’s new route to Turks and Caicos expands choice for passengers and reflects the airline’s continued growth at Toronto Pearson.” 

Carl Jones, head of aviation business development, Toronto Pearson

“Today marks another milestone for the Turks and Caicos Islands as we welcome Porter Airlines to our shores. Increased airlift is the lifeblood of our tourism economy, and Porter’s new service opens fresh opportunities for visitors, trade, and connection to North America. I want to thank the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority for their vision and continued investment, including their proactive participation in Routes conferences. That strategic engagement directly leads to new partnerships like this one. TCIAA’s commitment to infrastructure, safety, and route development is helping us position TCI as a competitive, world-class destination. On behalf of the Government and people of the Turks and Caicos Islands, we look forward to a long and successful partnership with Porter Airlines.”

- Hon. Arlington Musgrove Minister of Aviation 

"Canada has become one of our most valuable tourism markets, and the addition of Porter Airlines service from both Toronto and Ottawa represents a significant investment in the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Over the past year, Experience Turks and Caicos has placed a strong emphasis on travel advisor training, tour operator engagement and strategic marketing and public relations initiatives across Canada. We are seeing the results of those efforts through increased awareness, stronger demand and continued growth in visitor arrivals from the market. These new flights provide additional opportunities to build on that momentum and welcome even more Canadian visitors to our shores." 

Hon. Zhavargo Jolly, Minister of Tourism, Turks and Caicos Islands