Porter Airlines Welcomes the Sun With Service to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica
TORONTO, June 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Porter Airlines is announcing its first flights to sun destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica this winter. Travellers can choose from five destinations and 13 routes originating from Toronto Pearson International Airport, Ottawa International Airport and John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport.
The line-up of destinations includes Cancun, Mexico (CUN), Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (PVR), Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS), Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (GCM), and Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR).
"These are Porter's first routes outside of our longtime presence throughout Canada and the U.S., and we're starting off in a big way by introducing five distinctly different destinations," said Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines. "This is a significant development for anyone who wants to fly with Porter to more places and experience our award-winning service that focuses on making flying enjoyable for economy travellers. Recognizing that many passengers prefer Porter's approach to economy travel, we have seen other Canadian airlines mimic our unique service in other regions where we already fly, such as by adding free beer and wine, and we anticipate that our competitors will do it again as we enter new sun destinations. But our loyal passengers know that the feeling of flying Porter can't be matched. It's intangible elements, like our caring people and generous service, that continue setting us apart. That's why people love Porter, and why they are going to enjoy flying with us to the sun."
The initial winter schedule is below.
To
From
Peak weekly departures
Start date
Cancun
Toronto Pearson
7
Nov. 5, 2025
Ottawa
3
Dec. 17 , 2025
Hamilton
4
Dec. 17, 2025
Puerto Vallarta
Toronto Pearson
3
Nov. 14, 2025
Ottawa
2
Dec. 13, 2025
Hamilton
2
Dec. 18, 2025
Nassau
Toronto Pearson
7
Nov. 26, 2025
Ottawa
1
Dec. 13, 2025
Hamilton
2
Dec. 14, 2025
Grand Cayman
Toronto Pearson
3
Dec. 16, 2025
Ottawa
1
Dec. 19, 2025
Liberia
Toronto Pearson
3
Dec. 4, 2025
Ottawa
2
Dec. 17, 2025
Flights to Costa Rica and Grand Cayman remain subject to receipt of government approval.
Porter is the only airline offering service from Ottawa to Grand Cayman and Liberia, as well as Hamilton to Puerto Vallarta and Nassau.
The schedule complements Air Transat's network in the region - as Porter's joint venture partner, this provides travellers additional choice for destinations, travel dates and flight frequency. VIPorter loyalty program members can redeem their VIPorter points for travel on Porter and Air Transat flights to sun markets for as low as 10,000 points one way.
Passengers will travel in style with Porter's elevated economy experience onboard the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. With a two-by-two configuration, there are no middle seats on any Porter flight. Complimentary Canadian premium snacks, and free beer and wine, served in glassware, are included in every fare. Passengers also enjoy free, fast WiFi, with speeds capable of supporting the use of multiple devices and the ability to curate your own entertainment through personal streaming subscriptions. Priority check-in, extra legroom seats, premium pre-mixed cocktails, and fresh, healthy meals are also available with the all-inclusive PorterReserve fare or for purchase à la carte with PorterClassic.
Full schedule details can be found at www.flyporter.com.
Additional quotes
"ASUR is delighted to welcome Porter Airlines in Cancun. It is great to have your prestigious brand in our airport and destination. We are certain that you will be very successful, and your customers will enjoy this wonderful piece of paradise and all that it has to offer. Cheers to our Canadian friends!"
- Alejandro Vales Lehne, Customer and Route Development Director, ASUR
"We are thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines to the Cayman Islands this winter with its inaugural non-stop service from Toronto and Ottawa. We extend our sincere thanks to the Porter and CIDOT development teams for making this possible. Porter is a favourite among Canadian travellers, celebrated for its exceptional service and comfort. These new routes deepen our valued connection with our cherished Canadian visitors and offer even more convenient access to our breathtaking beaches, rich culture, outstanding cuisine, and signature Caymanian hospitality."
- Rosa Harris, Director of Tourism, Cayman Islands Department of Tourism
"The arrival of Porter Airlines to Guanacaste is the result of ongoing efforts to strengthen the relationship between Costa Rica and Canada. During our recent tour of several Canadian cities, we confirmed that the interest in our country is growing, and these new routes from Toronto and Ottawa represent opportunities for more Canadians to discover the natural and cultural riches of Guanacaste and the rest of the country."
- William Rodriguez Lopez, Costa Rica's Minister of Tourism
"We are thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines new nonstop service to The Bahamas. Canada is an important market. This new airlift perfectly aligns with our marketing strategy to continue to expand air connectivity in key markets."
- Hon. I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, The Bahamas
"We are very pleased with the growth of the Canadian market in Jalisco. This is a key moment to strengthen our ties, highlight the closeness and affinity we share, and make it clear: in Jalisco, we welcome Canadians with open arms. That's why we have been receiving more and more Canadian visitors across our destinations, from Guadalajara and Chapala to Puerto Vallarta, Costalegre, and our Pueblos Mágicos. And we will keep doing so. Thanks to the increased connectivity we have announced with several airlines linking Jalisco to more than 17 airports across Canada. Today, we proudly celebrate the arrival of these new routes with Porter, one of Canada's most important airlines."
- Michelle Fridman Hirsch, Minister of Tourism of the State of Jalisco
"We're excited to celebrate the launch of sun destinations by Porter from Hamilton International this winter, another milestone in our shared commitment to growth and to enhancing travel options for travellers across the Southern Ontario region. These routes provide more convenient access to warm-weather getaways, and we're particularly delighted about the service to Nassau, Bahamas, another airport in the Vantage Group with equally high guest experience expectations. Together, Porter, Hamilton International and Vantage Group are delivering a more seamless, comfortable, and elevated travel experience."
- Peter Tong, CEO, TradePort and Vantage Group executive
"We congratulate Porter Airlines on their expansion to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica from Toronto Pearson, providing yet more customer choice. Canadian travellers are seeking more global connectivity, and we are pleased to see Porter provide more choices from Pearson."
- Deborah Flint, President and CEO, Toronto Pearson
"We're thrilled to see such a significant expansion of Porter's winter schedule, bringing even more sun destinations within easy reach for our community. These added flights mean more choice, more convenience, and more opportunities for Ottawa-Gatineau passengers to escape the cold and enjoy some well-deserved warmth next winter. Grand Cayman and Costa Rica are brand new destinations for YOW, making the announcement even more exciting."
- Susan Margles, President and CEO, Ottawa International Airport Authority
About PorterSince 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 or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
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